Chamomile Flowers (Matricaria recutita)
Description
A herbal food supplement
BOTANICAL NAME
Matricaria recutita (Chamomilla recutita)
COMMON NAMES
German Chamomile, Hungarian Chamomile, Scented-Mayweed
FAMILY NAME
Compositae (Asteraceae)
DESCRIPTION
This popular, soothing herb shares the physical characteristics of a daisy.
Traditionally used to support digestive health.
PART SUPPLIED
The loose dried chopped flowers.
AVAILABLE AS
100g / 500g Pouch. Not currently available to customers in the EU.
SUITABLE FOR
Vegetarians and vegans.
DIRECTIONS
Infusion: 1 to 2 teaspoons of herb (2 to 4 g) to a cup of cold water. Pour boiling water over the herb and leave to infuse for 5 to 10 minutes. Flavour with lemon, ginger or honey if desired. Drink 3 times a day unless otherwise told by a medical herbalist.
The herb can be added as a flavouring to gin, vodka and other infusions.
CAUTIONS
Maximum of 12 g per day may be taken as a powder or capsules.
Not all herbs are suitable in pregnancy, breastfeeding or for young children, or if you are unwell, or taking any medication. If in doubt, please ask us, your medical herbalist or healthcare practitioner.
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