Tilia platyphyllos subsp. corinthiaca
Tilia platyphyllos subsp. coriinthiaca, commonly known as the Corinthian lime, is a distinguished medicinal subspecies prized for its soothing properties. Renowned for its fragrant blossoms, it is traditionally used in herbal infusions to alleviate anxiety, reduce fever, and promote restful sleep, offering gentle therapeutic benefits for nervous relaxation.
- Scientific name: Tilia platyphyllos subsp. corinthiaca
- Family: Malvaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malvales, it is further categorized into the family Malvaceae. Finally, it is identified by the genus Tilia, specifically as the subspecies corinthiaca.
| 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, Tilia platyphyllos subsp. corinthiaca, is known by various common names depending on the linguistic and regional context. In English, it is frequently referred to as the Corinthian lime or Corinthian linden. When looking at its names in other languages, it is known as le tilleul de Corinthe in French, der Korinthische Linde in German, and il tilleulo di Corinto in Italian.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across the southeastern regions of the European continent. Specifically, its presence is documented within the borders of Albania and Bulgaria. Furthermore, the species can be found throughout the diverse landscapes of Greece. Its geographical range extends beyond Europe into the westernmost parts of Asia. In this region, the plant is notably established within Türkiye.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |