Linden facts for kids
Linden is a word that can mean different things, most often referring to a type of tree. It can also be a name for places, people, or even things like streets and train stations around the world.
Linden Trees
When people talk about a "linden" tree, they usually mean a tree from the Tilia genus. These trees are also known as lime trees in Europe or basswood in North America. They are known for their beautiful heart-shaped leaves and fragrant flowers.
Types of Tilia Trees
There are several kinds of linden trees, each with its own special features:
- American linden (Tilia americana): This tree is common in eastern North America. It can grow very tall and wide.
- Large-leaved linden (Tilia platyphyllos): Found in Europe, this linden has bigger leaves than some other types.
- Little-leaf linden (Tilia cordata): Also from Europe, this tree has smaller leaves and is often planted in cities.
- Silver linden (Tilia tomentosa): This tree has leaves with a silvery underside, especially when young. It's often found in southeastern Europe and western Asia.
Another plant sometimes called "Linden" is the Viburnum linden (Viburnum dilatatum). This is a different kind of plant, known for its bright red berries.
Places Named Linden
Many towns, cities, and neighborhoods around the world are named Linden. This name often comes from the linden trees that grew there.
Linden in Australia
- Linden, New South Wales: A small village located in the beautiful Blue Mountains.
- Linden, Western Australia: This used to be a mining town, but now it's a ghost town in the goldfields.
Linden in Canada
- Linden, Alberta: A small village in the Canadian province of Alberta.
Linden in Germany
Germany has many places named Linden, as linden trees are very common there.
- Linden, Hesse: A town located in the state of Hessen.
- Unter den Linden: This is a famous boulevard, or wide street, in the heart of Berlin, Germany's capital city. It's known for its linden trees lining the path.
Linden in the United States
The name Linden is popular across the United States for towns and cities.
- Linden, Alabama: A city that is also the county seat of Marengo County.
- Linden, California: A small community in San Joaquin County.
- Linden, Indiana: A town in Montgomery County, known for its historic train station.
- Linden, New Jersey: A city in Union County, near New York City.
- Linden, Texas: A city in Cass County, in the northeastern part of the state.
- Linden, Wisconsin: A village located within a larger town also called Linden.
Linden Elsewhere in the World
- Linden, Guyana: This is the second-largest city in the country of Guyana, in South America.
- Linden, New Zealand: A suburb of Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand.
- Linden, Switzerland: A municipality, or local government area, in the canton of Bern.
Other Uses of Linden
The word Linden is also used in other ways:
- Linden Lab: This is a company famous for creating Second Life, a large online virtual world.
- Linden Dollar: This is the virtual money used by players within the Second Life game.
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