Tilia spp. is the botanical name for Linden. The dried flowers (sweet and sticky) are used mostly for colds, flu, coughs, fever, infections, inflammation, migraines, cramping, sore throat, anxiety and as a sleep aid. The effects are sedative, antispasmodic, diuretic and relaxant, demulcent, hypotensive. Use linden flower in teas, or add to honey!