Chamomile Flowers (Matricaria chomomilla) Dried - Bulk

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INCI: Matricaria recutita

Nurture calm in every sense of the word with Chamomile. Native to Europe and West Asia, Chamomile has been treasured in folk medicine for over 2,000 years - notably in Ancient Egypt, Greece, Rome and in both Ayurvedic and Western herbal traditions. Traditionally brewed as a calming herbal tea to relax the body and ease anxiety, it also helped soothe digestive discomforts like bloating, indigestion and mild cramping. One of Chamomile’s most notable qualities is how gentle it is - often considered safe enough for young children, where it was sometimes used for teething and colic (though we’d only suggest this for little ones under the guidance of a doctor).

♡ Why we love it: While almost everyone recognises and loves Chamomile, many don’t realise why it works so well. It’s rich in active compounds like apigenin, bisabolol, chamazulene, and antioxidants - which can be extracted not just in tea, but also in compresses, steam inhalations, and even baths. These are what give Chamomile its mild sedative and anxiety-soothing effects, its ability to relieve digestive spasms, and its antioxidant support against oxidative stress. Skincare wise, Chamomile can help protect against certain bacteria and fungi, soothe irritation, encourage wound healing and support skin barrier restoration.

No wonder Chamomile is now naturalised worldwide, celebrated for its benefits to the mind, gut, and skin.

Sizes: 200g, 500g or 1kg.

This product is certified: Vegan and Food Grade.

Chamomile flowers uses

Chamomile is used in herbal medicine for a sore/upset stomach, irritable bowel syndrome, and as a gentle sleep aid
Drunk as a tea before bedtime to promote a restful sleep. It is extremely gentle and suitable even for young children.
For a sore stomach, some recommend taking a cup every morning without food for two to three months
Makes for a great mouthwash
An infusion of chamomile flowers can be used as a hair shampoo
Can be used in potpourri and herb pillows
Helps to alleviate nervous disorders
Add to bath for relaxing tired, achy muscles and feet, and softening the skin
A mild natural laxative

Benefits of chamomile flowers

100% Natural
Food Grade
Vegan Friendly
Acts as a mild laxative
Anti-inflammatory
Antispasmodic
Antibacterial
Antifungal

How to use chamomile flowers

Herbal tea (infusion): Two teaspoons per cup of tea, which should be steeped for 10 to 15 minutes while covered to avoid evaporation of the volatile oils.
As a product ingredient: a 1:10 ratio of chamomile flowers to freshly boiled and slightly cooled water, left to steep overnight. Strain thoroughly and add a preservative, then it can be used in the aqueous phase of formulations.

Other names for chamomile

Sometimes referred to as: German chamomile, Hungarian chamomile, wild chamomile, blue chamomile, Kamillenbluten or scented mayweed.

Chamomile flowers warnings

Do not use if allergic to any member of the daisy family (Asteraceae); including ragweed
Not to be used during pregnancy
Can interfere with warfarin or other blood thinning medication

This product is grown in an organic and regenerative fashion with as minimal use of insecticides, pesticides, herbicides and fungicides as possible, in certified organic fertilizer. The product is certified food grade. It is not certified organic. Suitable for Kosher, Halaal and Hindi diets.

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