Tilia mexicana
Tilia mexicana, commonly known as Mexican Linden or American Linden, is a deciduous tree cherished in traditional medicine. Renowned for its fragrant, pale yellow flowers, it is widely utilized to create soothing infusions. These herbal teas are prized for their sedative, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties, promoting relaxation and calm.
- Scientific name: Tilia mexicana
- Family: Malvaceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae, it is specifically classified under the genus Tilia.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malvales | WCVP |
| Family | Malvaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Tilia | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Tilia mexicana, is referred to by several common names depending on the linguistic context. In Latvian, it is known as Meksikas liepa.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| lv | Meksikas liepa | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is native to specific regions within the country of Mexico. Its geographical distribution is primarily concentrated in the central part of the nation. Additionally, it can be found growing throughout the northeast region of Mexico. The species also extends its presence into the southwest portion of the country. Together, these areas define the primary natural habitat for Tilia mexicana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Mexico | Mexico Central | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Northeast | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as Mexican Linden, is highly valued for its therapeutic properties, particularly those derived from its delicate inflorescences. These small, fragrant clusters of flowers are often accompanied by specialized, pale-yellow bracts that serve to attract pollinators. When harvested and dried, these floral structures are used to prepare soothing herbal teas, which are traditionally employed to alleviate symptoms of anxiety, promote relaxation, and reduce mild fever.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflorescences | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Tilia mexicana has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anxiolytic, Neuroprotective, Sedative.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Neuroprotective | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |