Tilia americana (basswood)

[@Lou_Mansfield]

the leaves are pretty fascinating. thanks

[@laneherrlinger7478]

Heck yes!!!! Love it! Keep them coming please💪💪💪👍👍👍👍

[@FuzSanderson]

Early spring leaves are edible. Basswood is great for bow-drill friction fire.

[@ncstatedendrology6721]

Super-cool, thanks for sharing!

[@leoscaremporium2007]

I always enjoyed a basswood leaf salad in the spring in Minnesota! The leaves have a very pleasant earthy taste. Mixed with dandelion its a fantastic salad :)