Linden Leaf & Flower
Linden Leaf & Flower (Tilia spp.)*
Linden leaf and flower are used for their calming, soothing properties and pleasant aroma.
Additional Info:
- Common Names (AKA): Linden, lime flowers, lime blossom, lime tree, basswood, beetree, lime bush
- Main Health Benefits:
- Calming: Promotes relaxation and helps with stress and anxiety.
- Sleep Aid: Supports healthy sleep patterns and helps with insomnia.
- Digestive Health: Alleviates symptoms of indigestion and digestive discomfort
- Energetics:
- Taste: Mildly sweet, floral
- Temperature: Cooling, Moistening
- Effect on the Body: Calming, soothing
- Blends Well With:
- Herbs: Chamomile, peppermint, and lemon balm
- Fruits: Apples and citrus fruits
- Teas: Rooibos or green tea (for a calming, floral blend)
- How to Prepare:
- Tea: 1-2 teaspoons of dried flowers per cup of boiling water, steeped for 5-10 minutes, up to 2 times a day. Or blend with other supporting herbs to create your own tea or tisane.
- Known Precautions/Contraindications:
- Pregnancy: Generally considered safe; consult a qualified healthcare provider that is trained in the use of herbs for high doses.
- Other: No other known precautions.
- Additional Information: Linden has been cherished since ancient times, often associated with healing and protection. In European folklore, the linden tree was considered sacred, symbolizing peace, love, and fertility. It was commonly used in rituals and as a remedy for its calming and soothing properties.
- Origin: Albania, Bulgaria, Turkey
Available in 1 ounce or 2 ounce quantities.
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