Japanese lime
Tilia japonica
Family: Malvaceae
What it is like
A tree. It grows 15 m tall and spreads 6 m wide. The leaves are small and pointed. They are 5-10 cm long by 4-9 cm wide. They are a little waxy underneath. The flowers are creamy yellow and have a fragrance. They are 5-7 cm across. They are in groups of 6 to 16 flowers. The fruit is oval and not angled.
These have also been in the Tiliaceae.
Where it is found
It is a temperate plant. It suits hardiness zones 6-10.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Australia, China, Europe, Japan, Lithuania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Flowers, fruit, leaves