Chamomile

(Matricaria chamomilla)(Anthemis nobilis)

The True Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is an annual that enjoys full sun and dry soils. The seeds are sown in spring.

Harvesting
The flowers are picked as they come into bloom and dried in an airy dark room.

Uses
Usually used in cosmetics and as a tisane.
Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) is the variety used in place of grass to make lawns. It is shorter growing and once planted it requires very little care.  

Last updated 20 December, 2003
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