American basswood, linden - Tiliaceae Tilia americana

Foliage

American basswood, linden Foliage

Bark

American basswood, linden Bark

Bud

American basswood, linden Bud

Flower

American basswood, linden Flower

Fruit

American basswood, linden Fruit

Form

American basswood, linden Form

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Taxonomy

Cladeangiosperm
FamilyTiliaceae
GenusTilia
Speciesamericana
Common NameAmerican basswood, linden
iTree CodeTIAM

Plant Form

FormTree: large, oval to pyramidal crown
Height100 feet
Spread50 feet
DeciduousYes

Identification Description

FoliageDark green, somewhat heart-shaped with a pointed tip, toothed edges Leaf Type  Information Icon Simple
BarkSmooth gray/red/brown when young, gray/brown & with shallow/narrow ridges
BudFalse terminal bud round, may be green or red with 2 scales 2 bud scales. Bud Arrangement Information Icon Alternate
TwigSlender, slight zig-zag appearance, current growth red or green
Flowersmall white, bell-shaped, fragrant appearing in May-June
FruitSmall nutlet under leafy bract; beyond start green, turning brown
Fall Coloryellow

Site Characteristics

USDA Zones   info for zones pH LevelsSalt Tolerance
Min3a Min5.5 SoilIntolerant
Max8a Max7.5 SprayIntolerant

Shade ToleranceDrought ToleranceAllelopathy
Tolerant Intolerant No

Species Status

Nebraska Native Yes Check
U.S. Native Yes Check
Region of OriginUnited States, Canada