Arterial support, nervine, aids migraine. Flowers: antispasmodic, diaphoretic, diuretic. Bark: Cholagogue, emollient. Recent studies show Linden tea helps prevent childhood ear infections. Part Used: Flowers and keels. Leaves are an adulterant - the useful parts are the blossoms and the "keels," which are the green, leaf-like protruberances that many people mistakenly call leaves.
An infusion of fresh linden flowers is useful for colds, sore throat, and influenza, and also for mild bladder and kidney problems; but it is not to be used for long periods or heart damage may result. The infusion can also be used as a mouthwash and garg
