Chamomile

Common Name:

Chamomile

Botanical Name:

Matricaria chamomilla (German Chamomile)

Short Description:

Chamomile is a gentle nervine and carminative used to soothe the nervous and digestive systems. It’s effective for anxiety, colic, indigestion, teething, and sleep issues—especially in children and the sensitive.

Parts Used:

Flowers

Actions:

Nervine, anti-inflammatory, carminative, antispasmodic, mild sedative, bitter

Energetics:

Cooling, drying

Body Systems:

Nervous, digestive, immune, skin

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Promotes emotional ease, lightness, and peace. Softens irritability and brings comfort to wounded inner child states. Helps dispel fear, restlessness, and frustration.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Sun
Dosha: Balances Vata and Pitta

Safety Notes:

Generally very safe, including for children. May cause allergic reaction in individuals sensitive to ragweed or other Asteraceae family plants.