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Botanical description

American linden is a deciduous tree reaching a height of 20 - 35 (up to 45) meters with a trunk diameter of up to 1.2 measures. The crown is spreading, the branches are often drooping.

The bark is gray or light brown with narrow fissures.

The roots are large, going deep and wide.

Taxonomy

The composition of this species is a matter of debate. Some authors understand it in a narrow sense, on a par with Tilia caroliniana, Tilia heterophylla And Tilia mexicana, regarded as independent species. Others see in the latter only varieties Tilia americana. The above description and range refer only to a narrow interpretation of the species. If we consider the species in a broad sense, then it will include plants with leaves, the bottom of which white color and densely and shortly pubescent. The range in this case expands to Florida and Mexico.

Ecology

American linden, along with sugar maple, is a co-dominant maple-linden forest, most common in western Wisconsin, central Minnesota, but also extending east to New England and southern Quebec. With a small abundance, it is also present in many other forest associations.

Cultivation and use

American linden is well propagated by seeds, cuttings and grafting. Young trees have a high growth rate, but are severely damaged by various insects.

The species is grown as decorative tree capable of giving a dense shadow. Linden is sometimes planted on the windward side of the garden for protection. fruit trees. Linden leaves and flowers are edible. Excellent honey plant.

The culture of the American linden is possible in the north in areas with a mild climate (Juneau (Alaska)).

The following varieties of American linden are known: "Nova" and "Duros" - with a straight crown, "Frontyard" - with a pyramidal crown, "Redmond" - with a conical crown.

Wood

The wood is pale brown, sometimes almost white or reddish; soft, fine-textured; it does not sting very easily. The density of wood is 0.4525. It is used for the manufacture of wooden products, inexpensive fittings, car bodies. Very good for woodcarving. The inner layer of the bark (bast) is strong and fibrous, used for the production of ropes, ropes. The wood is often used for the production of electric guitar bodies, considering its properties to be similar to alder and poplar wood, because it is light, strong and resonates well.

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