Chamomile Flowers (Matricaria chomomilla) - Bulk

• Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla (syn. Matricaria recutita)
• Common Name: Chamomile
• Plant Part: Flower
• Form: Whole dried flowers
• Aroma Profile: Soft floral, apple-like
• Ingredients: Chamomile flowers

• Bulk tea brewing and blend making
• Caffeine-free evening routines and calming-style infusions
• After-meal cups for gentle digestive comfort
• Baths, compresses, and rinse-off skin routines using strained tea
• Hair rinses using a cooled, well-strained infusion
• Potpourri blends, herb pillows, and other aromatic botanical uses

Chamomile Flowers Is For:

• Regular tea making and larger batch herbal preparation
• Tea blenders, refill-style ranges, and botanical stock collections
• Makers using whole-flower infusions for rinse-off hair and skin routines
• Blends that need a soft floral base note with easy straining

Chamomile Flowers Is Not For:

• Powder formats preferred for fast measuring and blending
• Strong, robust herbal tea flavour preferences
• Ready-made herbal products where no preparation is needed

• As a Tea: Use 2 tsp per cup of freshly boiled water, steep for 10 to 15 minutes while covered, then strain.
• As a Bath: Brew a strong tea, strain well, and add to warm bath water.
• As a Hair Rinse: Prepare tea as above, cool fully, pour through hair and scalp, then rinse.
• As a Compress: Prepare an infusion, cool completely, soak a clean cloth, and apply briefly to intact skin.
• As a Blend Ingredient: Combine with other suitable botanicals to create a softer, more rounded tea profile.
• Processing Tip: For larger batches, strain through fine mesh, then again through muslin for extra clarity.
• Processing Tip: Keep infusions covered while steeping to help retain aroma.

• Do not use if allergic to members of the daisy family (Asteraceae), including ragweed.
• Not recommended during pregnancy.
• May interact with blood-thinning medication such as warfarin.
• Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you have a medical condition or take medication.
• Discontinue use if any adverse reaction occurs.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Q: How do I keep bulk chamomile fresh?
A: Store it sealed in a cool, dry place away from direct light, heat, and moisture to help protect aroma and overall freshness.

Q: Can I reuse the flowers for a second steep?
A: Yes, though the second cup is usually lighter in both flavour and aroma.

Q: Does chamomile work in cold infusions?
A: It can be infused cold for a softer taste, although many people prefer a hot infusion for a fuller floral aroma.

Q: Why choose whole flowers instead of powder?
A: Whole flowers are usually easier to strain, create less sediment, and are often preferred for traditional loose-herb tea preparation.

Q: Why should I keep the infusion covered while steeping?
A: Covering the cup helps hold onto more of the delicate aroma while the flowers infuse.

Q: What does chamomile pair well with in blends?
A: Chamomile pairs well with lemon peel, rooibos, lavender, peppermint, and other gentle botanicals depending on the kind of blend you want to make.

Q: Is chamomile naturally caffeine-free?
A: Yes, chamomile is naturally caffeine-free, which is one reason it is so often chosen for evening and wind-down routines.

Q: Can I prepare a larger batch in advance?
A: Yes. Once brewed and strained, it can be cooled and used according to your usual short-term handling practices for tea or rinse-off preparations.