Chamomile 

Roman Chamomile

Chamaemelum nobile 

German Chamomile

Matricaria recutita 

Calming, Gi, Skin, Anti-inflammatory, Antimicrobial, Pain

Calming – mild sedative action, reduces stress (can be added to bath), relaxant, hyperactivity, insomnia, asthma, cough

Gi – digestive aid for sluggish digestion, flatulence, colic, pain, tones, helps with diarrhea, nausea, nervous dyspepsia (German), gastritis, IBS, Crohn’s disease, intestinal worms

Skin – wound healing, hemorrhoids (German), bed sores, itching, repairs damaged skin tissue, bites, boils, ulcers, rosacea, blemishes, hives, psoriasis, eczema, wounds, cuts, perineal tears

Anti-inflammatory – topically – boils, abscesses, canker sores, mouth ulcers (German), eyes, gastritis (internally)

Antimicrobial – antiviral, antibacterial, anti-fungal, yeast, periodontitis, cuts, wounds, conjunctivitis (pink eye) (German)

Pain – can be used externally and internally, premenstrual headaches, rheumatism, sore throat, neuralgia, teething (ice cubes), strained eyes

German chamomile is slightly stronger than the Roman one. Chamomile also promotes menstruation. It helps with mild fever (hot tea). It can be used as a final hair wash or night cap to lighten up blond hair. It is rich in calcium. When infusing chamomile, cover it so the tea does not lose the medicinal properties in the escaping vapor. The plant is well safe to use for babies. 

Usage: leaves and flowers; flowers are most medicinal

Caution: allergic reaction; prolonged use; do not overuse during pregnancy