Tilio flower, linden, heart-shaped lichen, common linden, (tilia cordata) (Tilia × europaea) (tilia platyphyllos). ID: 423-41

For those living in Europe or North America, they are more likely to have seen the lichen, this age-old deciduous tree that can live up to 1,000 years

Native plant of Central and Eastern Europe.

It is often found in street trees in many countries, especially the famous Unden den Linden boulevard, which leads to the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin.

Lemongrass has been known since antiquity. In Greek mythology, a nymph named Filira is mentioned, who after being abducted by Saturn, gave birth to the centaur Chiron. Filira, when she bitterly asked the gods not to leave her mortal, they transformed her into a linden tree.

According to Dioscouridis, the leaves were used as patches on snake bites.

According to Pliny, snakes do not even come close to the shade of this tree.

In 1940, when people were dying of starvation, in France they mixed grated linden leaves with barley and corn flour and made a green flour full of vitamins and life.

Therapeutic:

Flowers are used for soothing mixtures and soothing lotions.

It has soothing properties that promote relaxation and fight insomnia. It is able to reduce the levels of stress hormones such as cortisol.

May act as a mild hypnotic in neurasthenic, hysterical and hypochondriac patients.

It is also an antispasmodic that helps prevent and relax tense muscles, relieving tension-related pain such as migraines and menstrual cramps.

Dissolves uric acid and is therefore used in arthritis, rheumatism and gout. It has good results against diabetic urea.

Linden has many antispasmodic properties that help reduce inflammation in the intestines and stomach, treat bloating, constipation, diarrhea, gas, cramps and symptoms of ulcerative colitis and irritable bowel syndrome. / p>

The anti-inflammatory properties of linden tea can help treat spasms, joint pain, headaches, arthritis, gout, but also itchy skin and lower extremity injuries caused by poor blood circulation.

It is effective against various strains of viruses and bacteria and it can help you fight the symptoms of cold or flu such as cough, sore throat, stuffy nose, congestion and fever.

Contains a sticky substance that can help treat irritation in the throat or mouth. It is also able to reduce snout production.

The antioxidants coumarin and quercetin contained in linden are known to help neutralize free radicals that cause oxidative stress, inflammation, cell mutation and apoptosis and often lead to cancer.

Reduces inflammation in arteries and blood vessels and therefore lowers blood pressure and benefits heart health.

Lime can also help treat palpitations, prevent blood clots and reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, coronary heart disease, stroke and heart attack. One of its active ingredients is an essential oil called farnesol, which helps to relax the cardiovascular system.

Helps against dropsy, cystitis, constipation, indigestion, obstruction of the spleen and liver.

It is considered to contribute to the dissolution of kidney stones.

Fights belly gases.

Used in sciatica and lumbago.

Lime steam baths can not only help clear your airways but also treat your skin by opening and clearing pores.

It can also be used as a tonic to soothe irritated skin and reduce any swelling. Using a linden tincture on inflamed skin can also help reduce itching by providing relief from stings or rashes.

Its decoction smoothes facial wrinkles and freckles.

Washing your hair with it stimulates it and helps it grow.

Bath with the decoction helps with childhood spasms and fatigue.

Infusion : For hypertension, stress, nervous headache, for colds, flu and runny nose. Rheumatism, arthritis, dissolves uric acid, cystitis, constipation, indigestion, obstruction of the spleen and liver.For nervous disorders, asthma, spasmodic cough, migraines.Washes for freckles and wrinkles, hair toning.

Tincture : For hypertension, which is associated with stress and anxiety or atherosclerosis.

Ointment : For itching due to rashes and insect bites.

Children's decoction : For infections, flu, seasonal cold or chicken pox.

Action : Antispasmodic, antiperspirant, diuretic, sedative, hypotensive, anticoagulant.

Basic Ingredients : Flavonoids (quercetin, camphor), Caffeic acid, Mucous, tannins, essential oil.

How to use : Infusion, tincture, Ointment - lotion, baby decoction.

Side effects:

Tilia has diuretic properties and therefore may increase the risk of dehydration in patients already receiving diuretic therapy.

Lime can increase the concentration of Lithium ( Lithium Li) in the blood.

This drink is not recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding due to the high levels of volatile compounds it contains.