American Linden
Tilia americana

Location: 230 H St.
District: Niles
Native to: N. America
Tree type: flowering
Leaf retention: deciduous

Comments: Deciduous broadleaf native to Canada, the eastern US, and Mexico. Leaves are large, heart shaped, and serrated. Mature trees to 100' in their native environment. Flowers are inconspicuous, but fragrant. Also known as, American basswood, whitewood or beetree linden.

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NOTICE: This specimen is located on private property.  DO NOT TRESPASS!  No right to enter private property to view the specimen tree is granted by the Roadside Arboretum.  To prevent the transfer of disease and other considerations, do not touch or take samples from the specimen tree or any other plants on the property.

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