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Description
Tilia Mandshurica is a deciduous tree species that belongs to the Tilia genus. It is commonly known as Manchurian Linden or Manchurian Lime, and it is native to the Far East of Asia, including China, Japan, Korea, and Russia. It can grow up to 30 meters in height with a spread of 15 meters.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malvales |
| Family | Malvaceae |
| Genus | Tilia |
Appearance
The Tilia Mandshurica tree has a broad, rounded canopy with a pyramidal shape when young. Its leaves are heart-shaped, with a pointed tip, and are dark green in color. The tree flowers in early summer, producing creamy, fragrant flowers that hang in clusters. The fruit is a small, round nutlet that hangs on a long stem.
Care Guide
Water: Tilia Mandshurica should be watered deeply once a week during the growing season.
Fertilization: Fertilize the tree in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Soil: The tree prefers well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
Sunlight: The tree prefers full sun to partial shade.
Hardiness Zones: Tilia Mandshurica is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.
Common Pests & Diseases
The Tilia Mandshurica tree is susceptible to aphids, scale insects, and Japanese beetles. It may also be affected by leaf spot, powdery mildew, and canker. Regular inspections and treatments with insecticides or fungicides can help prevent and control these issues.
Habitat
Tilia Mandshurica is native to the Far East of Asia, where it grows in temperate forests and mountain regions. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Tilia Mandshurica drought-tolerant?
A: Tilia Mandshurica is not drought-tolerant and should be watered regularly during the growing season.
Q: How often should I fertilize my Tilia Mandshurica?
A: Fertilize the tree once a year in spring with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: How tall can Tilia Mandshurica grow?
A: Tilia Mandshurica can grow up to 30 meters in height.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Tilia Mandshurica?
A: Tilia Mandshurica is hardy in USDA zones 3 to 7.
Related Plants
- Tilia Americana
- Tilia Cordata
- Tilia Europaea
- Tilia Tomentosa
References
- “Tilia mandshurica,” Missouri Botanical Garden, accessed June 18, 2021, http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=e167.
- “Manchurian Linden,” Royal Horticultural Society, accessed June 18, 2021, https://www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/24361/Tilia-mandshurica/Details.
- “Tilia mandshurica,” Plants of the World Online, accessed June 18, 2021, http://www.plantsoftheworldonline.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:833882-1.
