Chamomile - Herb Uses |
Culinary (eaten)
Stir flowers and leaves into sauces and butters to add a light apple-like taste.
Infusion (like a tea)
Pour near-boiling water over the leaves and flowers and let steep 5-10 minutes. Standard quantities are 75g fresh or 30g dried herb to 500ml water. The Infusion must be taken same day. It may be sweetened, but do not add milk.
Used for treating Digestive Disorders, Diarrhoea (especially when combined with Yarrow), Dyspepsia (especially when combined with Yarrow), Indigestion (especially when combined with Yarrow), Menopausal Complaints, Anxiety, Insomnia, and can be used (cooled) as an enema
Poultice
A Poultice consists of a pulp or paste made by heating chopped fresh, dried, or powdered herbs with a little water. Spread the paste between two layers of gauze and apply (as hot as possible) externally to the affected area. Replace as necessary.
Used as an Antiseptic, and to Reduce Inflammation, Sores and Swellings
Compress
A Compress is made by soaking a clean cloth in a hot Infusion and applying externally to the affected area.
Used for treating Eye Inflammation/Sty
Wash
The herb can be used as a Wash by simmering the herb for 15-20 minutes and straining out the leaves and flowers. Standard quantity is 2 teaspoons dried herb to 250ml water. Must be used on the same day. Use Wash as a hair rinse.
Used for lightening and conditioning hair
Insect Repellent
A cooled unsweetened Infusion can be splashed onto exposed skin to help repel insects.
Used for repelling Mosquitoes, Gnats, and summer Flies
Inhalant
Dried Chamomile is an ingredient in herbal tobacco.
Chamomile - Plant Information |
