Amurensis Basswood (Tilia amurensis)

Family: Tiliaceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Tilia amurensis is a deciduous Tree growing to 30 m (98ft 5in) at a medium rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4 and is not frost tender. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer, Spring

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Young leaves - raw. A famine food, it is only used when all else fails. A very good chocolate substitute is made from a paste of the ground fruits and flowers. Trials on marketing the product failed because the paste decomposes readily. — Young leaves - raw.; A famine food, it is only used when all else fails.; A very good chocolate substitute is made from a paste of the ground fruits and flowers.; Trials on marketing the product failed because the paste decomposes readily.

Habitat & North American Range

Grows in woods in N. Korea. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)