Chamomile

Chamomile

Common Name: Chamomile

Other Common Names: Camomile, Italian Camomilla, German Chamomile, Hungarian Chamomile, Kamilla, Wild Chamomile, Scented Mayweed, Sweet False Chamomile ^{1 3}

Latin Name: Matricaria recutita

Native to: Europe, Asia, North America, South America, Austraila ¹

Plant Family: Asteraceae (Daisy family)

Primary Use in Herbal Blends: Used as a modifier for nervous system benefits. ²

Benefits: Supports feelings of relaxation and peace. Aids in a restful night’s sleep. Helps ease menstrual cycles and gas.

Physical Characteristics

Type: Shrub

Height: Grows between 1 and 2 feet tall. ³

Leaves: Thin, fern-like, feathery leaves that are light green. ⁴

Flowers: Small flowers with yellow round centers, and 10-20 white petals. ³

Fruit: Very small, elongated, ridged seeds.

References

¹ Wikipedia, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Matricaria_chamomilla
² Livestrong, https://www.livestrong.com/article/278472-the-effects-of-smoking-chamomile/
³ Missouri Botanical Garden, http://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=277347
⁴ Edible Wild Food, http://www.ediblewildfood.com/chamomile.aspx
⁵ Harmony Herbals, http://harmonyherbals.net/blog/the-straight-goods-best-natural-smoking-herbs/