CHAMOMILE
(Matricaria recutita)

This perennial herb is also known as German Chamomile. The flowers are white with a yellow center. Chamomile is a member of the daisy family.
The German Chamomile is an annual and is the one most often used in the USA. The Roman Chamomile is a perennial. This plant can grow up to 20 inches tall.

Plant Chamomile in a sunny location in light, dry soil. Sow after last spring frost with about 6 inches between plants. Gather the above ground parts as soon as flowers bloom, dry for later herb use.

Chamomile is one of the most widely used flowers for herbal tea. Many people use it for insomnia as well as many other nervous conditions.

Chamomile tea:
Add 2 tsp. dried flowers to 1 cup boiling water. Steep covered for 10 min.

Part used: Flower heads and stem.

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