LIME FLOWERS. Tilia europaea. N.O. Liliaceae.
Synonym : Linden Flowers.
Habitat : The large tree is seen frequently as a decorative bordering to avenues and drives in town and country.
Features : Leaves cordate, doubly serrate, hairy underneath. Three to six yellowish-white flowers on each flower stalk ; the two anther cells are separated on short divergent stalks at the tip of the many stamens.
Part used : Flowers.
Action : Nervine, stimulant.
A popular remedy for chronic catarrhal conditions following colds, and is also given for nervous headaches and hysterical tendencies. The infusion is 1 drachm in 1 pint of boiling water, and bed-time baths in equivalent strength will sometimes help those suffering from insomnia.
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