These are the flowering heads of german chamomile. Delicious on its own or mixed with other aromatic herbs. Makes an excellent base for relaxing digestive and evening teas.
German Chamomile flowers
Warm a small teapot. Add 2 teaspoons of herb (or to taste) and fill with boiling water. Infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain and drink!
Chamomile my affect people who have an allergy to the daisy family.
Family: Asteraceae
Parts used: Flowers
Habitat: Originally from Europe and Asia, chamomile is now naturalised world wide.
History /Folklore/Taste/Energetics: Bitter, aromatic, warm, moist. Traditionally used in many cultures including the ancient egyptians and commonly associated with being calming and soothing.
Constituents: Volatile oils including sesquiterpenes, flavonoids, coumarins, mucilage, tannins, essential oils.
Actions: Relaxant, Antispasmodic, Carminative, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-allergic, Bitter, Vulnerary, Antimicrobial, Mild Sedative.
• Effective for a range of gastro intestinal issues including IBS, colitis and indigestion
• Dyspepsia and flatulence
• Nausea due to nerves
• Hayfever
• Respiratory issues such as asthma, bronchitis, sinusitits and repsiratory catarrh
• Aids with sleep and insomnia
• Tension headaches
• Contains spiroether, a strong antispasmodic known to help ease period pains and aching muscles
• Menopausal tension
• Dysmenorrhoea
• Used topically to help a range of skin issues including nappy rash, acne, sunburn, eczema and mastitis.
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