The goat willow: champion tree of the wetlands
All rainforest trees thrive in the rain, but willows are one of the few trees that tolerate very wet soils. They're also incredibly important for wildlife, from pollinators in spring, to the lichens that cling to their bark.
Top five historical uses for the rainforest
These days, we know how important Scotland’s rainforest is for its biodiversity. But in the past, the rainforest was a rich resource for remote communities, and some of the ways it was used might surprise you.