🌼 Chamomile (Matricaria recutita)

Also known as: German Chamomile • Wild Chamomile • Manzanilla
Family: Asteraceae (Daisy family — related to ragweed)
Origin: Native to Europe and Western Asia, now grown worldwide
Parts used: Dried flowers
Primary use: Internal & External

✨ Description

Soft, sweet, and timeless, Chamomile is one of nature’s most soothing herbs — a golden flower that calms the mind, eases the stomach, and comforts the heart.

Steeped in ancient tradition, Chamomile has been used for centuries to promote restful sleep, reduce stress, support digestion, and soothe inflammation. Its gentle floral scent and honey-like flavor make it as enjoyable as it is effective.

Whether sipped as tea, used in skincare, or added to bath rituals, Chamomile brings peace and warmth to the body and spirit — a true healer wrapped in petals.

🍵 Dried Herb Uses

As a relaxing, digestive, and anti-inflammatory tea:

Sleep & Stress Relief: Calms the nerves, relaxes the body, and promotes deep, restorative rest.
Digestive Support: Eases bloating, gas, nausea, and upset stomach.
Menstrual & Muscle Relief: Naturally soothes cramping and tension.
Immune & Skin Health: Offers mild antimicrobial and antioxidant benefits that support overall balance.

Directions (Internal Use):
Steep 1–2 teaspoons of dried Chamomile flowers in 8 oz of hot water for 10–15 minutes.
Drink 1–3 cups daily as desired.
Pairs beautifully with Lemon Balm, Catnip, or Lavender for relaxation, or Peppermint and Ginger for digestion.

💧 External Uses

Use as a facial steam or toner for glowing, soothed skin.
Add to baths for relaxation and gentle skin healing.
Apply cooled tea as a compress for eye strain, puffiness, or irritation.
Infuse into oils, lotions, or salves for calming skin and baby care products.

🔮 Metaphysical & Energetic Uses

Peace & Harmony: Encourages emotional balance and inner calm.
Prosperity & Blessing Herb: Traditionally used in baths or charms for abundance and luck.
Heart-Centered Healing: Helps release anxiety and restore joy.

Affirmation:

“I am calm, centered, and at peace — my mind and body flow in harmony.”

🌿 Pairing Suggestions

Catnip or Lemon Balm – for gentle relaxation and sleep.
Peppermint or Ginger – for digestion and nausea.
Lavender or Rose – for soothing emotional tension.
Calendula or Oatstraw – for skin and nerve support.

🌼 Harvest & Sourcing

Our Chamomile is hand-harvested in full bloom and shade-dried to preserve its soft yellow color, honey-like aroma, and rich volatile oils.
Each flower head is packed with natural compounds — apigenin, bisabolol, and chamazulene — that give Chamomile its signature calm and golden glow.

⚖️ Energetics & Taste

Taste: Sweet, floral, and slightly apple-like.
Energetic profile: Cooling, calming, and mildly drying.
Pairs well with: Lemon Balm, Lavender, Catnip, and Ginger.

⚠️ Warnings

Allergy caution: May cause a reaction in individuals sensitive to ragweed, daisies, or marigolds.
Safe for most adults and children, but avoid use during pregnancy without consulting a healthcare professional.
Use sparingly if taking sedatives or blood-thinning medications.

🌻 A Note from the Herbalist

Chamomile is the herb of comfort — a gentle hand on the shoulder, a deep exhale after a long day. It soothes the nerves, cools the stomach, and softens the edges of the world.

It’s the tea that grandmothers swear by and healers reach for first — a reminder that true healing often comes in the simplest cup.