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Lime
A tall, stately tree with heart-shaped leaves and fragrant summer blossoms that attract bees. Its soft timber is used for carving, and teas are made from its flowers.
Basic Information
Species:
Lime
Variety:
Scientific Name:
Tilia spp. (Tilia cordata or Tilia × europaea)
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
55
Location:
Cramond Primary – south side
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
Fragrant flowers are used for herbal tea, known for calming properties. The soft, light wood is favored for carving, musical instruments, and beehives. A key tree for pollinators.
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Fun facts:
Beethoven composed under a lime tree, inspired by its humming bees.
The flowers' nectar makes a prized honey.
"Linden" comes from the Old English for "flexible" - its bark was woven into ropes.
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