Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
457572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Weston) DC.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1813

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Horti Monsp. : 150 (1813)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000456904



Common Names

  • Tilia rubra
  • Red Linden
  • Red Tilia


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Synonyms

  • Tilia steveniana Borbás [unknown]
  • Tilia sphenolepis Borbás ex V.Engl. [unknown]
  • Tilia subflavescens Borbás [unknown]
  • Tilia triflora Puerari [unknown]
  • Tilia nitens Heinr.Braun ex V.Engl. [unknown]
  • Tilia caucasica seiunctobracteata Vöröss [unknown]
  • Tilia corinthiaca Bosc ex K.Koch [unknown]
  • Tilia corallina (Aiton) Sm. [unknown]
  • Tilia hazslinszkyana Borbás [unknown]

Description

Tilia rubra (also called 'Red Linden', among many other common names) is a species of tree found in North America. It has large, heart-shaped leaves and small, fragrant yellow flowers. It is found in moist forests and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Tilia rubra is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tilia rubra sub. caucasica (Rupr.) V.Engl.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tilia rubra is a yellowish-white, tubular corolla with four lobes. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tilia rubra is a deciduous tree that is native to North America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in the spring and cuttings should be taken in the summer. The plant prefers moist, well-drained soil and should be kept in full sun.

Where to Find Tilia rubra

Tilia rubra is found in the temperate forests of North America.

Tilia rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tilia rubra?

Tilia rubra

What is the family of Tilia rubra?

Malvaceae

What is the common name of Tilia rubra?

Red Linden

Species in the Malvaceae family

Abelmoschus angulosus, Abelmoschus caillei, Abelmoschus crinitus, Abelmoschus esculentus, Abelmoschus ficulneus, Abelmoschus hostilis, Abelmoschus magnificus, Abelmoschus manihot, Abelmoschus moschatus, Abelmoschus muliensis, Abelmoschus sagittifolius, Abelmoschus enbeepeegearensis, Abroma augustum, Abutilon abutiloides, Abutilon affine, Abutilon alii, Abutilon amplum, Abutilon andrewsianum, Abutilon andrieuxii, Abutilon anglosomaliae, Abutilon angulatum, Abutilon anodoides, Abutilon appendiculatum, Abutilon arenarium, Abutilon arequipense, Abutilon auritum, Abutilon austroafricanum, Abutilon badium, Abutilon balansae, Abutilon bastardioides, Abutilon benedictum, Abutilon berlandieri, Abutilon bidentatum, Abutilon bracteosum, Abutilon buchii, Abutilon burandtii, Abutilon bussei, Abutilon californicum, Abutilon calliphyllum, Abutilon carinatum, Abutilon coahuilae, Abutilon commutatum, Abutilon cryptopetalum, Abutilon cuspidatum, Abutilon densiflorum, Abutilon dinteri, Abutilon dispermum, Abutilon divaricatum, Abutilon dugesii, Abutilon durandoi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2517471: Based on the initial data import
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Richard Weston (1733-1806): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Weston' in the authors string.