Description :
Chamomile is a gentle herb known for its calming effects. The white, daisy-like flower with a scent like an apple or pineapple is used in many preparations and for many different ailments. Chamomile is brewed into teas, tinctured, and powdered. It is often used in combination with other herbs to balance their effects.
History and Folklore:
Chamomile has been used since ancient Egyptian times. Teas, baths, gargles, inhalations, and compresses have been used by many ancient peoples with early Germans referring to it as ‘capable of anything’. The genus name Matricaria is derived from the Latin word matrix meaning ‘womb’. Maybe a hint at its beneficial effects for women.
Cultivation and Harvest:
Harvest the flower, including the lower parts of the blossom when the flowers are at their peak.
Precautions:
Do not use if pregnant or nursing.
Traditional Herbal Actions:
Nervine, Antispasmodic, Antibacterial, Cholagogue, Sedative, Carminative, Antifungal, Antiviral, Anti-inflammatory, Antiallergic, Emmenagogue, Vulnerary, Immune Stimulant, Bitter tonic, nutritive
Other Names:
Matricaria recutita:
German chamomile, Hungarian chamomile (kamilla), wild chamomile, blue chamomile, or scented mayweedÂ
Chamaemelum nobile:
Roman chamomile, English chamomile, garden chamomile, ground apple, low chamomile, mother’s daisy or whig plan
Tincture Ingredients: Chamomile (M. recutita and C. nobile)
*These statements have not been verified by the FDA and are only referenced here as a fun fact and/or for historical commentary, not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product.
None of these items or statements are approved by FDA. Consult your physician before taking any supplement. Do not take herbs or tinctures during pregnancy without consulting your healthcare provider. This product is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. All information here is for entertainment and educational purposes only.
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