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| (Matricaria
recutita) |
| Common names: Pinhead,
Wild Chamomile. |
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German
Chamomile |
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| ©
2003 Karen Shelton |
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| Parts
Used: Flowers. |
Methods
Used: Water extraction; oil extraction. |
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| Spiritual
Uses: None
identified to date. |
Physical
Uses: This herb has traditionally been used as a drink for convalescents
and a general tonic.
A wash for open sores
and wounds.
The tea is believed
to be good for flatulence, indigestion, and a generally irritable
stomach. Combined equally with Hops (Humulus
lupulus), can help to alleviate pain.
The
oil is an anti-inflammatory and can be used to reduce swelling and
painful joints.
A poultice can help speed
the healing of skin cuts and wounds.
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Preparation:
PAIN TEA:
- Mix equal
amounts of Hops flowers and Chamomile flowers.
- Boil 1 cup
of water. Allow to stand 30 seconds.
- Add 1 heaping
teaspoonful of Hops/Chamomile mix. Stir briefly and cover.
- Allow to
steep for 10 minutes.
- Strain out
herbs and discard.
- Dosage: 1
cup per 24 hours, taken in mouthful doses.
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