Tilia amurensis Seeds | Amur Linden
LATIN NAME: Tilia amurensis
COMMON NAME: Amur Linden
Plant Profile
Amur Linden (Tilia amurensis) is a deciduous tree of the mallow family (Malvaceae), native to the Amur region of northeastern Asia. It reaches 15-20 m, with heart-shaped leaves and clusters of small, pale yellow, powerfully fragrant flowers in midsummer that draw clouds of bees. It is an important honey tree of the northeast, and its soft, even timber is prized for carving.
Science & Biotechnology
The species features in the wider study of the linden family, and its traits make it a useful subject for work on germination biology, cultivation and ornamental selection. Heart-shaped leaves of the Amur linden give it a recognised place in research on cool-climate shade trees of linden family, and amurensis species appears in studies of broad-crown build and flower nectar chemistry. With present-day seed handling, raising this species well within the reach of any careful grower.
Uses & Benefits
Amur Linden works well in borders, containers and dedicated beds. In park and wide garden, the Amur linden shades summer garden with broad crown. Flowers feed bees for fine honey, leaves serve teas for generations, and tree makes fine avenue and the specimen. It thrives in deep, moist, well-drained, sunny or lightly shaded ground. It takes hold quickly and asks for no special treatment from then on.
Linden flower tea is Europe’s beloved calming, sweat-inducing cold remedy, gentle enough for children; the tree also gives the world’s finest carving wood and exceptional honey.
Growing from Seed
Sow fresh seed of Amur Linden under ordinary good conditions. Scatter the seed evenly over a loose seed compost, cover to no more than its own depth, and keep the pot moist and bright. A spell of cool, moist conditions ahead of sowing brings the seed along nicely and supports even germination. Transplant the sturdiest seedlings to their permanent spots and let them develop without disturbance.
Our Take
Amur Linden settles in quickly once it finds its footing. The seed responds well to a spell of cold stratification, a small step that pays off.
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