Chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla

Part used: Flowers
Botanical family: Asteraceae

A small white-and-gold flower of the daisy family, chamomile is probably the best-known medicinal plant of Mediterranean culture. Its flower heads contain essential oils (chamazulene, bisabolol) and flavonoids with a gentle anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic action on the digestive system. Delicate enough for children and the elderly, effective enough that no home should be without it.

Traditional uses

Heavy digestion and wind
Mild stomach discomfort
Gentle relaxant
As a compress for tired eyes

Traditionally used for

stomach achewindindigestionnervesirritated eyescolic

How to prepare it

Infuse a spoonful of flowers per cup for 5 minutes, after meals or before bed.

Pairs well with: Peppermint, Anise, Lemon balm

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Other plants with similar uses

Peppermint

Mentha piperita

Fennel

Foeniculum vulgare

Anise

Pimpinella anisum

This information reflects traditional uses of plants for general guidance and does not replace advice from a health professional. If you take medication, are pregnant or have a medical condition, ask before using them.