Tilia tuan

Physical Characteristics

Tilia tuan is a deciduous Tree growing to 16 m (52ft 6in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 6 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from August to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. It is noted for attracting wildlife. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.

Distribution

E. Asia - China, Japan.

Habitats

Woodland Garden Canopy;

Edible Uses

Edible Parts: Leaves Edible Uses: Tea Young leaves - raw. The dried flowers make a refreshing herb tea. A very good chocolate substitute is made from a paste of the ground fruits and flowers[2]. Trials on marketing the product failed because the paste decomposes readily[2].

Medicinal Uses

Antispasmodic Diaphoretic Sedative A tea made from the flowers is antispasmodic, diaphoretic and sedative[226].

Known Hazards

None known