Chamomile, Roman
(Chamaemelum nobile)
Also know as Anthemis
Botanical Information
A highly-branched low, creeping perennial in the Aster family, six to twelve inches high with a pleasant smell.
Working with Chamomile, Roman
Part(s) Used
Flowering Heads
Herb Forms
Tincture, essential oil, tea bag, capsule, homeopathic tablet, bulk herb, powder.
Affects
Roman chamomile is valuable for irritable bowel syndrome, pain, and gastritis, for warding off colds due to exposure, and as a sedative. Azulene, an important active principle in chamomile oil, has proven effective for fever and inflammation. The oil is used externally for cradle cap, wounds, and sore nipples.
Chamomile, Roman has a taste of SWEET, AROMATIC and a temperature of COOL.
Cautions
Avoid during pregnancy.
