CHAMOMILE Anthemis nobilis . Compositae.
Peter Rabbit had 'chamomile tea' when he became very poorly having eaten too much lettuce.
All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist.
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Peter Rabbit had 'chamomile tea' when he became very poorly having eaten too much lettuce in Mr. MacGregor's garden.
 
Annual/biennial/Perennial Hardy evergreen perennial.
Appearance White daisy like flowers with yellow centers, the leaves are feathery.
Height 12ins/30cm
Growing Position Waste ground or well drained spot in a sunny position.
Fertiliser  
Propagation and soil Well drained, rather dry soil, maybe an uncared for patch of your garden.
Spring Buy from a specialist and once it has established take cuttings. Sow seeds.
Summer Harvest flowers and thin seedlings.
Autumn Gather seed heads ready to be dried. Divide roots of plants.
Winter  
Use Flowers and leaves.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary Aromatic and Medicinal.
Areas of help Ulcers, tumours, tonic, skin, insomnia and colds.
Specific Use
  • Do not use for a long time.
  • Make a tea from the flowers and leaves.
  • Makes fair hair bright and shiny, use the tea.
  • Good eye lotion, use the diluted tea
Recipe
Large doses can be harmful.
Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK.

Standard Tea
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