Plant Details

Tilia platyphyllos

Large Leaved Lime

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General Information

Scientific name: Tilia platyphyllos
Also known as: Large Leaved Lime

Plant Properties

Layer: Tree
Size: Large
Height: 30.00 m
Width: 20.00 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 4-6
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Sap
Edibility:
(5)
Medicinal:
(2)
Features:
Charcoal, Fibre, Paper, Wood, Bee forage

Description

Young leaves can be eaten raw and make a delightful addition to salads and sandwiches because of their soft texture with a slight sliminess. The flowers are suitable for making an herbal tea with a sweet, pleasant flavor. However, be careful not to use old flowers, as they may be toxic. The sap harvested in the spring is sweet and can be drunk or concentrated into syrup. The flowers and fruits can also serve as a substitute for chocolate.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/07
End of Harvest: 31/08

Crown Data

Crown Type: Broad pyramidal
Crown Density: Dense crown