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Chamomile, Matricaria chamomilla

Chamomile

Χαμομήλι

Papatya

Scientific Name: Matricaria chamomilla

other names: also spelled camomile

AVAILABLE: MAR-MAY

EDIBLE PARTS:

Description

  • The plant has delicate, bipinnate leaflets also pinnate or tripinnate leaflets also bipinnate feathery leaves where the leaflets are finely divided
  • daisy-like flower with a single layer of petals unlike the daisies multiple layers
  • the flower centre is conical to semi-spherical (whereas the daisy centre is flatter)

preparation

  1.  pluck the flowers from the stem

  2. spread them out on a clean cloth or paper towel and leave them in a well-ventilated area away from sunlight until they are completely dry.

  3. Steep either fresh or dried flowers in hot water for about 5 minutes. Strain the flowers and enjoy the soothing and calming tea.

extra info

Chamomile can be used in various ways, both internally and externally. Internally, it can be consumed as a tea to promote relaxation, relieve stress, and aid digestion. Externally, chamomile can be used in skincare products, such as creams and lotions, to soothe and heal the skin.

Also available in

November

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