Linden, Lime Tree or Basswood 319 
compact, conical form, and flowing outline, as well as by its more 
extended leaf period and its more fragrant flowers. Unfortunately, it 
is troubled by insects, borers, and leaf blight. 
T. pubescens Ait. (336), Downy-leaved Basswoood, of southern distri- 
Fic. 115. — Indian Tamarisk Tamarix Indica Willd. 
bution, is the one native species, which in size of foliage and other desir 
able points most nearly resembles the former. 
T. heterophylla Vent. (337), White Basswood, a medium-sized tree 
also of southern distribution, but hardy as far north as Ottawa, witl 
somewhat larger, oblong, or somewhat heart-shaped foliage, downy t« 
whitish beneath, mottled yellow and green in autumn, is the most pleas 
ing of the native species, but it is as yet little planted. 
