Tilia tomentosa
Plant Details
General Information
Scientific name:
Tilia tomentosa
Also known as:
Silver lime
Images:
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Plant Properties
Layer:
Tree
Format:
Large
Height:
25.00 m
Width:
20.00 m
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Leaf:
Deciduous
Growth conditions
USDA Hardiness:
4-7
Soil Moisture:
Moist, Permeable
Moist, Permeable
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, Condiment, Tea
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
Medicinal:
Features:
Fibers, Fragrant
Fibers, Fragrant
Description
Young leaves can be eaten both raw and cooked. Dried leaves are sometimes used as an alternative to marjoram (Origanum majorana). The flowers can be used to make tea and as a substitute for chocolate.
Harvest Data
Start Harvest:
01/07
End of Harvest:
31/07
Crown Data
Crown Type:
Smal Piramidaal
Crown Density:
Dichte kroon
Guilds
Guild Information
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Guild Details
| Guild | Description |
|---|---|
|
Achillea millefolium Yarrow, Boreal yarrow, California yarrow, Giant yarrow, Coast yarrow, Western yarrow, Pacific yarrow |
Attracts beneficial insects and can improve soil health. |
|
Thymus vulgaris Common Thyme, Garden thyme, Wild Thyme |
Repels harmful pests while providing ground cover that retains soil moisture. |
|
Corylus avellana Hazel |
Provides shade and supports a diverse ecosystem. |
|
Salvia officinalis Sage |
Enhances the flavor of nearby vegetables and attracts pollinators. |
|
Carya illinoinensis Pecans |
Provides additional shade and wind protection for Tilia tomentosa. |