large-leaved lime
Tilia platyphyllos · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (25 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Large-leaved lime, scientifically known as Tilia platyphyllos, is a deciduous tree prized for its fragrant, heart-shaped leaves and nectar-rich blossoms. Often used in herbal medicine, its flowers produce soothing infusions traditionally utilized to relieve anxiety, aid sleep, and alleviate common respiratory ailments through their gentle, calming properties.
- Family
- Malvaceae
- Native range
- Europe
- Parts used
- Flower · Leaf
- Common names
- Big-Leaved Linden · Large-Leaved Linden · 6 more
- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Common Names
- big-leaved linden
- large-leaved linden
- Large-Leaved Lime
- big-leaf linden
- broadleaf lime
- large-leaf lime
- large-leaf linden
- linden
Regional and Traditional Names
Spanish:
- tilo comun
- tilo de hoja grande
- tilo de hoja ancha
- aveneiro blanco
German:
- Sommer-Linde
- Sommerlinde
- Großblättrige Linde
- Sommerlinde
- Sommer-Linde
French:
- Tilleul à grandes feuilles
- Tilleul à feuilles larges
- Tilleul à grandes feuilles
- Tilleul à larges feuilles
- tilleul à grandes feuilles
- tilleul à larges feuilles
- tilleul de Hollande
- Tilleul a larges feuilles
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Tilia platyphyllosTaxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified under the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. Within the subclass Magnoliidae, it is situated in the order Malvales and the family Malvaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic identity is defined by 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 |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific distribution pattern across several regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is documented in Denmark and the United Kingdom. It can also be found naturally throughout the landscape of Ireland. Further north, the species extends its range into Sweden. Finally, its geographical reach includes parts of Middle Europe, specifically within Austria.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Netherlands | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, commonly known as the large-leaved lime, utilizes several distinct components for its medicinal applications. The broad, heart-shaped leaves are a characteristic feature of the species, but the most therapeutically significant parts are found within the inflorescence. Each individual flower is small and fragrant, contributing to the plant's sweet aroma. These blossoms are uniquely accompanied by specialized, pale-colored bracts that extend from the stem. When harvested, it is typically these flowers and their attached bracts that are dried to create soothing herbal infusions.| Plant Part | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| flower | Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis (and other 2 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Tilia platyphyllos has 13 reported phytochemicals identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Flavonoids, CHLOROGENIC ACID, Coumarins, Flavonoid, Fraxin.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Flavonoids | 2 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| CHLOROGENIC ACID | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Coumarins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Flavonoid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Fraxin | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Procyanidins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Steroids | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tannins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| catechins | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| kaempferol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Flavonoids
- Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
CHLOROGENIC ACID
- Phytochemistry
Coumarins
- Phytochemistry
Flavonoid
- Journal of pharmaceutical and biomedical analysis
Fraxin
- Phytochemistry
Procyanidins
- Phytochemistry
Steroids
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
Tannins
- BMC complementary medicine and therapies
catechins
- Phytochemistry
kaempferol
- Phytochemistry
Activities
Tilia platyphyllos has 2 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Sedative, Tranquilizer.
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Sedative | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tranquilizer | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Tilia platyphyllos has 3 reported medicinal uses identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include alcoholic liver disease, influenza A virus, mental disorders.
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| alcoholic liver disease | Current drug metabolism (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| influenza A virus | BMC complementary medicine and therapies (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| mental disorders | Frontiers in pharmacology (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |