Tilia cordata

• TeaFlowerInternalTraditional use

  Traditional diaphoretic tea at the first signs of a cold. Mucilage and flavonoids act together; the sweating effect depends on drinking the tea hot and keeping warm.

  Preparation & dosage

  DIAPHORETIC TEA: 1.5–1.8 g + 150 ml boiling water, steep 5–10 min covered, strain. Drink as hot as possible, 2–4 cups/day, one before bed. Wrap warm afterwards. Up to ~6 g/day.

  Dry amount

  1.5–1.8 g

  Doses per day

  4×

  Max duration

  1 weeks

  ⚠ Age restriction: ≥ 4 years — Per EMA from 4 years.

  Sources: [1] [2]

• TeaFlowerInternalTraditional use

  Soothing tea for dry irritative cough and throat irritation. Arabinogalactans coat irritated mucosa; flavonoids provide mild anti-inflammatory support.

  Preparation & dosage

  SOOTHING TEA: 1.5–1.8 g + 150 ml boiling water, steep 5–10 min covered. Drink warm in small sips 2–3× daily. Honey enhances the mucous film effect.

  Dry amount

  1.5–1.8 g

  Doses per day

  3×

  Max duration

  1 weeks

  ⚠ Age restriction: ≥ 4 years — From 4 years.

  Sources: [1] [2]

• BathFlowerExternalTraditional use

  Traditional relaxing bath for nervous restlessness and sleep problems. Essential oil (farnesol) and flavonoids act mildly sedative through the skin.

  Preparation & dosage

  RELAXING BATH: 20–50 g + 1–2 L boiling water, steep 15 min, add to bath at 37 °C. 15–20 min, ideally before bed. Pat dry and rest warm.

  Dry amount

  20–50 g

  Doses per day

  1×

  Max duration

  2 weeks

  ⚠ Age restriction: ≥ 12 years — Full baths from 12 years.

  Sources: [1] [4]

• TinctureFlowerInternalTraditional use

  Traditional tincture for nervous palpitations, mildly elevated blood pressure and anxiety. Tilia extracts show GABA-ergic and benzodiazepine-agonist activity in vitro.

  Preparation & dosage

  TINCTURE (1:5 in 25% ethanol): 1–2 ml 3× daily in water. Traditional for nervous palpitations, blood pressure dysregulation and inner restlessness. Pharmacy preparation recommended.

  Liquid amount

  1–2 ml

  Doses per day

  3×

  Sources: [4] [5] [6]

• TeaFlowerInternalFolk medicine

  Folk use for stress-related digestive complaints and GI cramps. The antispasmodic effect of flavonoids relaxes smooth muscle of the GI tract.

  Preparation & dosage

  AFTER-MEAL TEA: 1.5–2 g + 200 ml boiling water, steep 10 min. Drink warm after meals for stress-related digestive complaints.

  Dry amount

  1.5–2 g

  Doses per day

  2×

  Sources: [3] [4]

• InhalationFlowerExternalFolk medicine

  Folk steam inhalation for nasal congestion and sore throat. The essential oil (farnesol, eugenol) soothes mucosa and is mildly antiseptic.

  Preparation & dosage

  STEAM INHALATION: 10–20 g + 1 L boiling water. Drape towel over head, inhale 5–10 min. For nasal congestion and sore throat. Caution: hot steam — maintain safe distance.

  Dry amount

  10–20 g

  Sources: [2] [4]

Linden flowers considered very well tolerated. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist beyond 1 week, or with high fever, dyspnoea, purulent sputum or severe sore throat. Diaphoretic tea not in acute cardiac insufficiency without medical advice. Very old linden flowers reportedly develop narcotic properties — use freshly dried material only. Allergic reactions rarely possible.

⏱ Max continuous use: 1 weeks