Tilleul. Die Lind.

No. 836. - The Lime, or Linden Tree, bears a fruit allied to the lemon, but smaller and more intensely sour. It is a handsome tree and is found in all warm climates. It has panicles of light yellow flowers and large cordate leaves. The flowering buds should be picked before the rising of the sun. They should then be peeled and dried and kept in a clean, cool place, free from dust. They are used for tisanes.