Genus and species: Tilia europaea

Leaves: The leaves are found in two rows. They are 2-4" (4-10cm) long and wide.(View Measured Leaf) They are rounded, almost heart-shaped, with a long pointed tip. They are unequal at the base and sharply saw-toothed, with long stalks. They are dark green above, paler beneath and hairless. They are generally smaller than the American Linden, but have very similar shape. (View Leaves)

Bark: The bark is gray, smooth and becomes furrowed with plates. (View Bark) The twigs are brown, and hairless.

Fruit: The fruit is 1/4" (6mm) in diameter, round and is attached to a long stem, which is attached to bracts. (View Fruit)

Tree: The tree grows to be 70' (21m) tall, and has a pyramid-shaped crown, as pictured to the left.

Range and Habitat: These trees are native of Europe, however, they are commonly planted and spread across the United States. They are usually grow in moist soils.