Plant Details

Tilia x europaea

Common Lime

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General Information

Scientific name: Tilia x europaea
Also known as: Common Lime

Plant Properties

Layer: Tree
Size: Large
Height: 35.00 m
Width: 15.00 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Deciduous

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 3-9
Soil Moisture:
Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Partial shade, Full sun

Usage properties

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

Description

Young leaves can be eaten raw and are perfect for salads due to their mild flavor and soft texture. The flowers can be dried and then used to make a refreshing tea that has a delightful honey-like scent. Additionally, the flowers can also serve as a vegetable and even as a substitute for chocolate. Note: older flowers may be toxic, so do not use them. The sap of the plant can be used to make a delicious drink or syrup, which is often used as a sweetener.

Harvest Data

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

Crown Data

Crown Type: Broad pyramidal
Crown Density: Dense crown