Camomile, also called German Chamomile, is known to calm stress, anxiety and promote sleep. This plant also acts on the digestive, dermatological and even feminine spheres. It is also used in cosmetics to lighten hair. Latin name: Matricaria chamomilla L. Part of the plant: flowers

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In case of Dyspepsia, Colic, Difficult digestion, Digestive disorders, Digestive spasms

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Yarrow, Angelic, Fennel, Marjoram, Melissa, Oregano, Rosemary, Green Anise, Star anise, Woodruff

For the Blond hair

Use in rinse water.

Recommended modes of use

In lotion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter well and allow the preparation to cool or cool. Apply directly to the affected area or use as an eye bath or rinse.

Plants often associated

Roman chamomile

In case of Conjunctivitis, Irritated eyes

Recommended modes of use

In compress

Make an infusion or decoction:

  • Infusion: pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Decoction: pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

Filter well and let cool. Soak a compress or clean cloth then apply to the affected areas.

In lotion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter well and allow the preparation to cool or cool. Apply directly to the affected area or use as an eye bath or rinse.

Plants often associated

Roman chamomile, Pink, Red Vine, Mauve, Cornflower, Licorice

In case of Insect bite, Pruritus, Skin ulcer, Irritated skin, Bites

Recommended modes of use

In compress

Make an infusion or decoction:

  • Infusion: pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Decoction: pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

Filter well and let cool. Soak a compress or clean cloth then apply to the affected areas.

In lotion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter well and allow the preparation to cool or cool. Apply directly to the affected area or use as an eye bath or rinse.

Plants often associated

Alchemilla, Hibiscus, Marshmallow, Lavender, White broth, Mauve, Burdock

In case of' Digestive ulcer

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Turmeric, Ginger, Marjoram, Meadowsweet, Plantain, Loosestrife, Marshmallow, Licorice

In case of' Eczema, Sunburn, Cracks, Wound, Chapped

Recommended modes of use

In compress

Make an infusion or decoction:

  • Infusion: pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Decoction: pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

Filter well and let cool. Soak a compress or clean cloth then apply to the affected areas.

In lotion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Filter well and allow the preparation to cool or cool. Apply directly to the affected area or use as an eye bath or rinse.

Plants often associated

Yarrow, Cassis, Hibiscus, Worry, Rosemary, Lavender, White broth, Mauve, Wild thought, Burdock

In case of Painful periods, Dysmenorrhea, Premenstrual syndrome, Irregular periods

Use from 8 to 10 days before your period and until it appears.

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In sitz bath

Place 4 tablespoons of fresh flowers in 1 L of water. Boil for 2 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Filter, allow to cool or cool and pour into the sitz bath water. Stay 10 minutes in the bath.

Plants often associated

Yarrow, Alchemilla, Roman chamomile, Officinal Sage, Mugwort, Worry, Raspberry bush, Fumitory

In case of Colitis, Gastritis

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Fennel, Pepper mint, Meadowsweet, Marshmallow, Licorice, Sweet Mint

In case of Bloating, Flatulence

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Fennel, Melissa, Pepper mint, Green Anise, Star anise, Woodruff, Lavender, Licorice, Savory

In case of Nausea, Vomiting, Motion sickness

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Angelic, Basil, Turmeric, Fennel, Ginger, Melissa, Pepper mint, Rosemary, Cumin

In case of Nausea (pregnant women)

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Ginger

In case of Sleep problems, Insomnia

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Marjoram, Melissa, Fragrant Verbena, Woodruff, Lavender, Hawthorn, Passionflower, Valerian, Linden (Bracts), Linden (Sapwood)

In case of Nervousness, Stress

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Roman chamomile, Orange Blossom, Marjoram, Melissa, Fragrant Verbena, Melilot, Woodruff, Lavender, Hawthorn, Linden (Sapwood)

In case of Headache, Migraine

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Plants often associated

Yarrow, Ginger, Melissa, Pepper mint, Meadowsweet, Mugwort, Rosemary, Woodruff, Lavender, Linden (Sapwood)

In case of' Canker sore, Stomatitis, Gingivitis, Sore throat

Recommended modes of use

In infusion

Pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

In decoction

Pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes. Drink 2 to 3 cups per day.

Gargling

Make an infusion or decoction:

  • Infusion: pour the equivalent of 1 tablespoon of dry flowers per cup of hot water, then let it infuse for 5 to 10 minutes.
  • Decoction: pour 1 handful of dry flowers into 1 L of water. Boil for 5 minutes then leave to infuse for 10 minutes.

Filter, let the preparation cool then use it as a gargle.

Plants often associated

Alchemilla, Pink, Officinal Sage, Marshmallow, Nettle, Lavender, Laurel, Mauve, Licorice, Savory

Properties and active components

Properties

  • anti-inflammatory (chamazulene, alpha-bisabolol, matricin)
  • antispasmodic (alpha-bisabolol, flavonoids)
  • stomachic
  • cholagogue
  • emmenagogue
  • antiseptic (chamazulene)
  • sedative (chamazulene, apigenin)
  • healing (chamazulene, alpha-bisabolol)

Active components

  • Essential oils: chamazulene, (-)-alpha-bisabolol, farnesol
  • Tannins
  • Flavonoids: apigenin, luteolin, rutin
  • Coumarins and methoxycoumarins: umbelliferones
  • Sesquiterpene lactone: matricin
  • Mucilages

Precautions for use

  • Only the use of Matricaria Chamomile infusion is recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Skin application is not recommended.
  • Seek medical advice if taking anticoagulant treatment or allergic to plants of the Asteraceae family.

Botanical

Camomile belongs to the family of Asteraceae. Originally from central Europe, it is found along paths and wastelands in wild or cultivated form. Matricaria Chamomile ideally requires a temperate to continental climate with exposure to the sun. This plant is widely found throughout the world but the main producers are the countries ofEastern Europe such as Croatia, Slovakia and Hungary.

It's a plant annual herb possessing a stem very branched, erect and branched. Camomile can grow up to 50 centimeters high. The stem bears filiform, thick, fleshy and very jagged leaves.

Its fragrant flowers are arranged on conical receptacles at the end of the stems. Yellows in the center and surrounded white petals, they bloom at the beginning of June. THE fruit east little and color yellowish white. “Matricaria” comes from the Latin “matrix” which means “female womb”, referring to the emmenagogue virtues of the plant.

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