Chamomile
Matricaria recutita
Scented mayweed
Asteraceae family
Physical use
A very calming herb having a soothing effect on both the digestive and nervous systems. A happy tummy is a happy mind. A simple daily cup of chamomile tea can help reduce gas and bloating and get you ready for a good night’s sleep.
Conditions
Internally
- GIT spasm, IBS, diarrhoea
- Flatulence, bloating, infantile colic
- Anxiety, restlessness
- Period pain
- Amenorrhoea (lack of menstruation)
- Teething problems
- GI problems with nervous irritability
- Nervous dyspepsia
Topically
- Eczema, wound healing, bacterial skin disease, leg ulcers
- Mastitis, haemorrhoids
- Conjunctivitis
Thermal qualities
- Cool
- Aromatic
- Bitter
- Mildly dry
- Sweet
Chakra
- Heart
- Solar plexus
Energetic use
- Retrospection, inner peace
- Use in past life regression
- Assists channelling and telepathy
- For those who overthink, causing tension, anxiety, insomnia
- Remedy of the sun