Tilia: meaning, definitions and examples
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tilia
[ หtษชliษ ]
tree type
Tilia, commonly known as linden or lime trees, is a genus of about 30 species of trees and shrubs, belonging to the family Tiliaceae. These deciduous trees are primarily found in the Northern Hemisphere and are appreciated for their heart-shaped leaves, fragrant flowers, and dense canopies. Tilia species are often planted in parks and along streets for their ornamental beauty and shade. Additionally, the flowers of some species are used to produce herbal teas and traditional remedies.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The Tilia tree provides excellent shade in the summer.
- We collected Tilia flowers to make herbal tea.
- Many city parks are planted with Tilia for their beauty.
- Bees are attracted to the flowers of Tilia trees.
- The Tilia species has various adaptations to urban environments.
Translations
Translations of the word "tilia" in other languages:
๐ต๐น tilia
๐ฎ๐ณ เคคเคฟเคฒเคฟเคฏเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Linde
๐ฎ๐ฉ tilia
๐บ๐ฆ ะปะธะฟะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ lipa
๐ฏ๐ต ใใฃใชใข
๐ซ๐ท tilleul
๐ช๐ธ tilo
๐น๐ท ฤฑhlamur
๐ฐ๐ท ๋๋ฆ ๋๋ฌด
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฒูุฒููู
๐จ๐ฟ lรญpa
๐ธ๐ฐ lipa
๐จ๐ณ ๆคดๆ
๐ธ๐ฎ lipa
๐ฎ๐ธ lรญpa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะธะฟะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ linden
๐ฒ๐ฝ tilo
Etymology
The word 'tilia' originates from the Latin word for linden trees, which have been highly valued since ancient times for their wood, flowers, and foliage. The cultivation of Tilia can be traced back to various cultures, including the Greeks and Romans, who used the trees for a variety of purposes including medicinal applications. Over time, the name 'tilia' has been adopted in various languages to refer to members of this genus. Tilia trees hold cultural significance in several regions, often symbolizing peace and protection. Their wood is commonly used in carpentry and crafts due to its fine grain and workability, making it a popular choice for creating musical instruments and toys.