Chamomile
Chamomile or camomile is the common name for several daisy-like plants of the family Asteraceae. Two of the species, Matricaria chamomilla and Chamaemelum nobile, are commonly used to make herbal infusions for beverages

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Scientific Name:  Matricaria recutita (German Chamomile); Chamaemelum nobile (Roman Chamomile)

Parts Used:  Flowers, Essential Oil
Cautions: None Reported

Healing Properties
  • Nervine, sedative, pain relieving, vulnerary
  • Good for headaches, indigestion, menstrual cramps,  gas and for easing a sore throat. 
  • Can also be used for nervous stomach upsets, indigestion, ulcers, motion sickness, nausea, insomnia and anxiety.
  • Use externally in creams for eczema, wounds, canker sores, diaper rash, sore nipples and hemorrhoids.
  • Helpful for issues with kidneys, liver and bladder.
  • One of the safest herbs for children and babies. 

How to Use: 
Herbs are wonderfully versatile and may be used in multiple ways (see list below).  However, some methods are better suited to certain herbs than others. Check the HEALING section to see which preparations are recommended for specific uses and conditions.
Grow/Harvest Yourself:
  • Buy Chamomile Seeds
  • Flowers can be harvested anytime during growing season
  • Roman Chamomile:
    • Zone: 3-4
    • Soil pH: 7.0
    • Light, dry soil
    • Full sun to partial shade
  • German Chamomile: 
    • Zone: 3-4
    • Soil pH: 6.8
    • Sandy, well-drained soil
    • Full sun to partial shade
*I am not a doctor.  The information on this platform is not a claim to treat, cure, prevent or diagnose any illness.  These remedies are intended to aid the healing process within your body (in correlation with existing traditional treatments).  Please talk to your family doctor before trying any natural remedies (especially if you are pregnant, nursing, or on prescription medication).  
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