Temple lime

Names and Synonyms

Common Names

• Temple lime

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Tilia miqueliana var. longipes
• Tilia kwangtungensis
• Tilia kinashii
• Tilia franchetiana

Regional and Traditional Names

Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Tilia miqueliana, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Tilia.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant is primarily found across several key regions in East Asia. Specifically, its presence is documented within the Southeast region of China. Additionally, its natural range extends to the island nation of Japan. The species can also be located throughout the Korean Peninsula. These locations collectively define the specific geographical distribution of Tilia miqueliana.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Life history

The life history of Tilia miqueliana is characterized by its distinct seasonal growth patterns and its status as a deciduous species. Throughout its life cycle, the plant undergoes a period of active vegetative and reproductive development during the warmer months, followed by a programmed senescence as environmental conditions change. Its deciduousness is a defining physiological trait, meaning it sheds its foliage annually in response to seasonal shifts, typically to conserve moisture and energy during dormant periods. Unlike species with evergreen or variable foliage habits, Tilia miqueliana follows a strict deciduous cycle, ensuring that its metabolic processes are synchronized with the availability of resources in its natural habitat.

Deciduousness :

deciduous

Morphology

The morphology of Tilia miqueliana is characterized by a robust growth form, primarily manifesting as a tree. It possesses a woody structure, providing the necessary rigidity for its stature. This species is categorized as a terrestrial plant, existing independently without relying on other organisms as a parasite, and it does not function as an epiphyte. Furthermore, the plant is self-supporting in its physical structure, lacking the climbing or vining habits of lianas or obligate climbers.

Aquatic :

terrestrial

Climber :

self-supporting

Epiphyte :

terrestrial

Growth form :

tree

Parasite :

independent

Woodiness :

woody

Physiology

The physiology of Tilia miqueliana is characterized by a C3 photosynthetic pathway, a mechanism typical of many temperate woody species that utilizes the enzyme Rubisco for initial carbon fixation during the Calvin cycle. In terms of its structural and anatomical development, the plant exhibits a stem specific density (SSD) with a mean value of 613 mg/cm³, a metric that reflects the density and mechanical strength of its xylem and cortical tissues.

Photosynthetic pathway :

C3

Stem specific density (SSD) mean:

613 mg/cm³

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Chemicals

Tilia miqueliana has 12 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Coumarins, Flavonoids, RUTIN, Terpenoid, Tiliroside.

Coumarins

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Flavonoids

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RUTIN

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Terpenoid

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Tiliroside

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apigenin

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dihydrokaempferol

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kaempferol

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luteolin

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naringenin

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Activities

Tilia miqueliana has 4 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Analgesic, Anticancer, Antidepressant, Antioxidant.

Analgesic

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Anticancer

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Antidepressant

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Antioxidant

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Medicinal Uses

Tilia miqueliana has 2 reported medicinal uses identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include analgesic, antidepressant.

Most Reported Uses