Lime Tree - Tilia Ruskin Park

This tree fell during the high winds we have been experiencing over the last few days.  The pictures show the real cause to be decay, the trunk completely hollow and still under attack from wood boring insects and masses of one particular fungal bracket.

Lime Tree - Tilia Ruskin Park

Dead Tilia - Lime With Dog Damage Max Roach Park

Dead Tilia - Lime With Dog Damage Max Roach Park

Dead Tilia - Lime With Dog Damage Max Roach Park

This tree more than likely died because of the bark being stripped along with any damage to the actual trunk wood.  A lovely tree that never got the chance to reach its full potential.

Tilia - Lime

• Bark: Smooth gray 
• Buds: shiny, sharp pointed with sticky gum
• Fruit: Nuts husk covered with bristles
• Leaves: Opposite, Palmate