Amur Linden
Tilia amurensisfam. Tiliaceae
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Pl. D529 — Tilia amurensis
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IOverview
Overview
Tilia amurensis, commonly known as Amur Linden, is a deciduous tree native to regions including Amur, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, and Primorye. This tree thrives in light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) soil types and prefers moist conditions, making it adaptable to various growing environments. Amur Linden can grow up to 30 meters tall and is known for its ornamental qualities, with fragrant flowers that emit a sweet scent and attract pollinators. The leaves of this tree are edible and can be used in teas, adding a natural ingredient to your garden's bounty. Additionally, Amur Linden has been traditionally used around evening relaxation and bedtime routines, often as a tea, to promote better sleep and reduce stress and anxiety. While these uses are presented as ethnobotanical context, it is important to consult with a healthcare professional before using any plant for medicinal purposes.
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What is Amur Linden?
Tilia amurensis, commonly known as Amur Linden, is a deciduous tree native to regions including Amur, Khabarovsk, Korea, Manchuria, and Primorye. This tree thrives in light (sandy), medium, and heavy (clay) soil types and prefers moist conditions, making it adaptable to various growing environments.
What is Amur Linden used for?
Traditionally used for better sleep, stress & anxiety. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 2 evidence-ranked uses of Amur Linden
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBenefits & evidence
2 claims · traditional-use context
Benefits & evidence
2 claims · traditional-use contextTraditional-use context
These notes are presented as ethnobotanical context. No cited clinical references are catalogued for this plant yet.
- Traditional-use note: Amur Linden appears in herbal sources around evening relaxation and bedtime routines, often as a tea. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
▲ ModerateBetter sleep → - Traditional-use note: Amur Linden appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a tea. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
▲ ModerateStress & anxiety →
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
1 draftEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Amur Linden support blend
generaltea
AI returned a direct ingredient list; normalized into one draft blend for editorial review.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Tilia amurensis thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay). It is hardy in zones 4-8 and can grow up to 30 meters tall. For cultivation, ensure the plant receives adequate moisture and grows in a well-draining to slightly heavy soil type. The leaves are edible and can be used as part of your garden's bounty.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Light (sandy), Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
4-8
Mature size
30.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Amur Linden for the first time
8steps
Start with a simple Amur Linden tree to observe and care for.
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What you'll need
A young Amur Linden sapling, garden gloves, a spade or trowel.
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Best time to plant
Plant in early spring when the ground is workable and before new growth begins.
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Soil and container prep
Ensure soil drains well; mix in compost if necessary. For containers, use a pot at least 15 liters (4 gallons) with drainage holes.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant the sapling carefully, keeping the root ball intact. Dig a hole twice as wide but not deeper than the root ball.
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First two weeks
Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil moist but not waterlogged during this period.
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Ongoing care
Water regularly, especially in dry spells. Mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune lightly in late winter to maintain shape; leaves can be harvested for culinary use.
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Common mistakes
Overwatering, planting too deep, neglecting regular watering during dry periods.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Leaves
Edible uses: Tea
Other uses:Fiber
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
5 native · 0 introduced
Distribution
5 native · 0 introducedDistribution across1 continent· 5 native
Asia2 regions
native (2)ChinaSouth Korea
Broader regions
native:Amur, Khabarovsk, Primorye
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See also
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same family · Tiliaceae
Botanical relatives — often share phytochemistry + growing needs.
shared use cases
Different families, similar therapeutic role — good for comparing.
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