Lime Tree Health Benefits, Properties, and Uses

Lime tree is the Tillia cordata tree, also known as the little-leaf linden plant. Lime tree is native to Europe and Southwestern Asia and produces a lime flower blossom, which is a small pale yellow or green flower. The lime tree flowers, leaves and bark are used to create herbal infusions and teas.^1,2

Lime Tree Health Uses and Health Benefits

Traditionally, lime tree herbal tea has been used as a sedative and an antispasmodic. Drinking lime tree herbal tea can help to calm the nerves and ease digestive problems. It’s also useful in relaxing tension headaches and to help promote sleep in people suffering from insomnia. Lime tree concoction can also be used as a skin treatment for acne and eczema.²

References

1. http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a918 
2. https://www.nature-and-garden.com/health/lime-tree-basswood-health-benefits.html