Linden (Small-leaved)

Scientific Name: Tilia cordata

Botanical Family: Malvaceae

Plant Type: Tree

Geographical Origin: Europe; planted widely

Species/Variety: Tilia cordata


Description

Fragrant bracted flowers used as gentle relaxant.

Therapeutic Properties

Relaxant; Diaphoretic

Temperament

Cool

How to Use

Flower bract tea; Tincture

Dosage

Tea: 1–2 tsp per 250 mL

Precautions

Hypotensive effect caution

Replacement / Alternatives

Chamomile; Elderflower

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany

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