Botanical name: Tilia europea
Other name: Lime Flower, Lyne, Line, Lyme, Tillet, Till Tree, Linnflowers, Common Lime, Flores Tiliae and Tilleul.
Tilia, a genus within the Malvaceae family, encompasses 30 tree species. Referred to as Linden in European countries and Basswood in North America, it is commonly known as the Lime tree in Britain and Ireland. The flowers of this tree are primarily utilized in perfume production, while the leaf buds and young leaves are edible in their raw form.
Medicinal Uses:
- May promote relaxation
- May help fight inflammation
- May reduce mild pain
- May have diuretic effects
- May help you sleep
