In early times it was the center of any town: The lime tree. It was seen as a symbol of peace, loyalty and justice. Under the lime tree celebrations took place, vows were exchanged and the court held session here.

It was not until the Middle Ages that the lime tree was also seen to have healing characteristics. The mucilage in lime blossoms can help offering relief from dry coughs. Because when it comes into contact with the mucous membrane of the mouth and throat it spreads out like a protective coat. The calms the irritated mucous membrane. It is also said to have calming and pain relieving characteristics.

It also helps dealing with nervous anxiety or sleep disturbances with the lime blossoms helping the wellbeing and providing for a good nights sleeps.

In folk medicine further illnesses and ailments are treated with lime blossoms which include rheuma, kidney infections, cramps, stomach ailments, migrane and arteriosclerosis.