Tilia americana
Plant Details
Plant Properties
Layer:
Tree
Format:
Large
Height:
25.00 m
Width:
12.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
3-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acid Neutral Basic
Acid Neutral Basic
Light:
Half shade, Sun
Half shade, Sun
Usage properties
Edible part:
Leaves, Juice
Leaves, Juice
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Charcoal, Fibers, Paper, Wood, Bee plant
Charcoal, Fibers, Paper, Wood, Bee plant
Description
Young leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. They have a subtle flavor and a soft, somewhat slimy texture. They make a delicious addition to salads, and when cooked, they resemble vegetables. The sap is harvested from the bark and is used as a refreshing drink. It can also be thickened into syrup and used as a sweetener. Flowers can be eaten raw, for example, added to salads. They can also serve as a tea substitute, due to their sweet and fragrant taste. Some even use them to make a chocolate substitute.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/07
End of Harvest:
31/08
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Smal Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Corylus avellana (hazel) provides nitrogen-fixing capabilities, enriching the soil for Tilia americana. It also offers shade and shelter for young trees. |
|
Juglans nigra Black walnut |
Juglans nigra (black walnut) produces compounds that discourage pests which can benefit Tilia americana's growth. Their large, spreading branches offer additional shade. |
|
Broussonetia kazinoki Kozo |
Acer saccharum (sugar maple) shares similar growth conditions and provides excellent canopy cover, enhancing the microenvironment for Tilia americana. |
|
Fraxinus Excelsior Ash, European ash, Common Ash |
Fraxinus Excelsior (European ash) complements Tilia americana by adding diversity and stabilizing soil structure with its root system. |
|
Malus domestica Apple |
Malus domestica (apple) not only provides fruit but also attracts beneficial insects that can help pollinate Tilia americana. |