Matricaria Chamomilla L

Botanical Name: Matricaria chamomilla L

Plant Part: Flowers

Extraction Method: Steam Distilled

Origin: Tibet

Description: The Chamomile German plant is an annual, reaching up to 60cm in height. From May to August it flowers, sporting top-heavy flower heads with a fragrance similar to apples.

Color: Deep blue to bluish green liquid.

Consistency: Medium

Note: Middle

Strength of Aroma: Medium

Blends well with: Bergamot, Clary Sage, Lavender, Geranium, Jasmine, Neroli, Patchouli, Tea Tree, Rose, Lemon and Ylang-ylang.

Aromatic Scent: Chamomile German Essential Oil has a sweet, straw-like fragrance.

History: Derived from the Greek word meaning 'ground apple' and the Latin word 'nobilis', referring to a noble flower, it certainly is a plant of many uses. To the Egyptians it was a herb dedicated to the sun to cure fevers and to the moon for its cooling ability.

Cautions: Non-toxic and non-irritant. It should be avoided during pregnancy.