Salix koriyanagi; a species of willow
A specific willow species native to East Asia, often used for basketry and erosion control. The name is usually written in katakana as コリヤナギ.
Salix koriyanagi is a shrub that grows on riverbanks.
Branches of Salix koriyanagi are used for weaving baskets.
Kanji spelling is rare and may not be widely recognized; the kana form is preferred.
The Japanese name コリヤナギ is derived from 行李 (kōri, 'wicker trunk') and 柳 (yanagi, 'willow'), referring to its traditional use in making wickerwork. The exact historical origin of the name is uncertain.