In this article,the authors studied the hydrating characteristics of mixing Salix psammophila particles and cement.They analyzed the influence of cold water,hot water and chemical modification treatment on hydrating characteristics.The results showed that Salix psammophila is a wood species which can dramatically retard the set-up time of cement.However,by adding some chemicals after treatment with cold water and hot water,Salix psammophila particles could be used to produce cement particleboard.