Chamomile
Chamaemelum nobile
About
Chamaemelum nobile, commonly known as chamomile, is a low perennial plant found in dry fields and around gardens and cultivated grounds in Europe, North America, and South America. Its synonym is Anthemis nobilis, with various common names, such as Roman chamomile, English chamomile, garden chamomile, ground apple, low chamomile, mother's daisy or whig plant.
- Family
- Asteraceae
How to use it
Chamomile is primarily used for its calming effects in herbal teas. Its flowers can be dried and steeped to create a soothing drink that helps with relaxation and sleep. Additionally, chamomile can be used in skincare for its anti-inflammatory properties, making it a popular ingredient in natural beauty products.
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Gardening tip
When planting chamomile, make sure to sow the seeds at a depth of about 1/4 inch. This will help them germinate well and thrive in your garden. Chamomile enjoys well-drained soil and plenty of sunlight, so choose a sunny spot for the best results!
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In the kitchen
Chamomile is not typically eaten as a food, but it is widely used to make herbal tea. The dried flowers can be steeped in hot water to create a soothing beverage known for its calming effects. Just remember, while chamomile tea is delicious and relaxing, the flowers themselves are not consumed as food.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Chamaemelum nobile
- Slug
- chamaemelum-nobile
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Chamaemelum
- Species
- nobile
- Wikidata QID
- Q5723577
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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