Tea collection of linden flowers and leaves 50g, Tilia

🌿 Tilia — Linden, Lime Tree

The Tea collection of linden flowers and leaves offered by Deodar Seeds is a 50g pack of high-quality seeds from the Tilia genus. This herbal remedy is prized for its sedative, anxiolytic, and antispasmodic effects, making it an excellent choice for promoting relaxation and reducing stress.

🌸 Botanical Description

Tilia is a deciduous tree with heart-shaped leaves that are 4-12 cm long and 3-8 cm wide. The flowers are small, fragrant, and yellow-green in color, blooming in late spring. The tree can grow up to 30-40 meters tall, with a broad, rounded crown. The lifespan of a Tilia tree can range from 100 to 200 years.

🌾 Growing & Agrotechnics

• Sow seeds in the fall or early spring, 1-2 cm deep, in a cold frame or a seed tray. Stratification is not required.
• Germination temperature: 15-20°C, germination time: 1-3 weeks.
• Soil type: well-draining, pH: 6.0-7.0, drainage: good.
• Watering: moderate, fertilization: balanced.
• USDA Hardiness Zone: 3-8, frost tolerance: moderate.

🗺️ Natural Growing Areas

Tilia is native to Europe, Western Asia, and North Africa. It thrives in temperate climates with mild winters and cool summers, typically growing in deciduous forests, along rivers, and in urban areas. Altitude range: 0-1,500 meters.

✨ Interesting Facts

Tilia has been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly for its calming effects. The flowers and leaves are used to make tea, which is said to reduce anxiety, insomnia, and stress. In some cultures, Tilia is considered a symbol of love and fidelity, and its wood is highly valued for furniture-making.