Chamomile seeds need light to germinate, so put your indoor seed starting trays under a grow light right away. Achy muscle rub: Mix chamomile oil with eucalyptus, wintergreen and cypress oils, as well as an unscented lotion or coconut oil, and then rub it into sore or aching muscles. Chamomile is a versatile herb that has been used for centuries for medicinal and culinary purposes. The dried flowers have a unique and delicate flavor that can be used to make a variety of teas, tinctures, and infusions. In addition, the delicate, daisy-like flowers can be used for a variety of crafts and DIY projects. Read on to explore 22 creative ways to use dried chamomile flowers, from cooking to crafting. Get excited to learn more about the many ways you can incorporate dried chamomile flowers into your daily life! It is essential to keep the soil and seeds moist (not soggy) during germination. Cover your seedling trays with a clear humidity dome to help keep in moisture until they sprout, then remove the covers. Use a spray bottle to gently mist the top of the soil if it starts to dry out. Use fresh or dried chamomile to make hot tea or sun tea! Learn how to safely make herbal sun tea with fresh herbs here. For hot tea, use about 1 tablespoon of dried chamomile per cup of hot water and allow it to steep for 5 to 8 minutes. When using fresh chamomile in tea, use two or three tablespoons per cup of water instead. I love to use this stainless steel infuser to make a single mug of tea, or this adorable loose-leaf glass teapot for tea for two.

The chamomile that we use is the German chamomile species and it grows wild in Bulgaria. The extract has anti-microbial and anti-inflammatory properties, and is also high in antioxidants. So you’ll be getting all the amazing skin benefits of chamomile mentioned above. Citrus: You can add a splash of juice before serving. Or infuse extra flavor by adding the citrus zest while steeping the tea. Lemon juice, lime, or orange will work with chamomile. Chamomile is a great ingredient to add to any homemade potpourri. Its sweet, earthy aroma adds a pleasant scent to any room. Additionally, chamomile has healing and calming properties that can help reduce stress and promote relaxation. Combine chamomile with other fragrant herbs like rose and cinnamon for a unique and beautiful potpourri blend.

Chamomile can interact with cyclosporine (a medicine used to prevent the rejection of organ transplants) as well as warfarin (a blood thinner). If you are using either of these drugs, you should consult with your doctor before trying chamomile products. Amounts and Dosage

Chamomile: You’ll need food-grade dried chamomile flowers (or a teabag) for this chamomile tea recipe. The most common form of chamomile is tea, which is made from the dried flowers of the chamomile plant. It’s so common that people drink more than a million cups of chamomile tea a day, often in the evenings before bed. Health Benefits Chamomile tea has a fairly mild flavor, so you may want to make it taste better with the below options:Shuen G. W., Yi L. Y., Ying T. S., Von G. C. Y., Yusof Y. A. B., Phing P. L. (2021). Effects of drying methods on the physicochemical properties and antioxidant capacity of Kuini powder. Braz. J. Food Technol. 24. 10.1590/1981-6723.08620 Chamomile is recognized as “likely safe” when it’s taken in amounts found in food and “possibly safe” when it’s taken by mouth or applied to the skin for short periods of time. Spiritual enlightenment: Diffuse chamomile with frankincense essential oil while praying, meditating or reading to increase spiritual awareness and relax your mind. They also sprout most readily in moderately warm soil, around 65-70°F. Depending on the temperature of your growing space, a seedling heat mat may come in handy. Romans used chamomile as a medicinal herb to fight disease and promote longevity. Its healing qualities spread throughout Europe and eventually the British brought chamomile plants to North America. Doctors throughout Europe and in the early settlements of America included chamomile in their medicinal bags because it was able to reduce pain, inflammation, allergies and digestive issues. It’s also used in homeopathy. People also used it as a natural deodorant, shampoo and perfume.

Martins MD, et al. Comparative analysis between Chamomilla recutita and corticosteroids on wound healing. An in vitro and in vivo study. Phytother Res. 2009 Feb;23(2):274-8. Abutaleb M., Ragab T. I., Abdeldaim Y., Mohamed A. (2021). Effect of new solar-drying designs for chamomile essential oil yield and its chemical constituents in Egypt. Arab Univ. J. Agric. Sci. 29 ( 1), 0–385. 10.21608/ajs.2021.27690.1333 Chamomile is one of the oldest medicinal herbs known to mankind. There are two common varieties: German Chamomile and Roman Chamomile, both of which are native to certain parts of Europe. Rafraf M, Zemestani M, Asghari-Jafarabadi M. Effectiveness of chamomile tea on glycemic control and serum lipid profile in patients with type 2 diabetes. J Endocrinol Invest. 2015;38(2):163-170. doi:10.1007/s40618-014-0170-x

Slowly drizzle the melted oil into the combined dry ingredients while stirring with a whisk, then use your fingers to break up any remaining clumps. The same anti-inflammatory properties, which make chamomile useful for various bodily and psychological ailments, bring about many of the chamomile skin care benefits. It’s also a valuable antioxidant whilst also being very mildly astringent. This makes it an excellent choice for skincare. A few chamomile plants will provide the average hobby gardener with a decent amount of chamomile to enjoy, though more plants will enable you to harvest and preserve plenty for storage, projects, and prolonged use. If you only have space for one or two chamomile plants, choose larger chamomile varieties that will provide bountiful flowers – like Zloty Lan.

To make it easier to remove the chamomile flowers, you could use a tea infuser/strainer. If you’re making it in a teacup, you could place the flowerz in a tiny strainer that dips down into the water. Alternatively, make your own “tea bag” by wrapping the flowers in a cheesecloth parcel. Iced Chamomile Tea Or, use chamomile-infused oil as an ingredient to create homemade skincare products like healing salves or balms, lip balm, body butter, soap, lotion and more. Calm an upset child: Help soothe and calm children by adding lavender or chamomile oil to their stuffed animals or blankets. The lower amount of total polyphenol content found in spray-dried chamomile extract powder could be attributed to high temperature in spray-drying that led to higher degree of polyphenol degradation ( Shuen et al., 2021). The phenolic compounds have been reported to be highly sensible to temperature, therefore they are easily decomposed when exposed to severe heat treatments ( Poonam, 2014). Since lower drying temperature were used in both convection oven-drying and freeze-drying, there were higher retention of total polyphenol content in powder. High residual moisture found in spray-dried chamomile extract powder could also lead to further degradation of phenolic compounds ( Alean et al., 2016). Based on a recent study conducted by Catani et al. (2021), the total polyphenol content for dried chamomile extract ranged from 41.1 to 100.5mg GAE/g dried extract. Direct comparison in terms of total polyphenol content could not be made within this study as the measurement of total polyphenol content was based on total mass of powder which included both extract and drying aid. Usually used in its dried form, it is rich in terpenoids and flavonoids. It’s particularly known for its anti-inflammatory properties from the chamazulene present. As such, it’s often used for a range of issues – from muscle pain and menstrual cramps through to insomnia and gastrointestinal problems.The optimal temperature: Herbal teas are generally okay to steep in boiling or near-boiling water. For the best results, I recommend allowing the water to cool to 203ºF/95ºC before steeping the tea. Toner is a versatile part of your skincare routine. After you’ve cleansed your skin, when it’s still damp, it’s time to spritz on some toner. You can also use it directly after exfoliating. Our face toner comes in a spray bottle making for a delightfully refreshing spritz and easy application. You can also use toner for a middle of the day refresh if your skin feels dull and sluggish. Learn more about how to use Face Toners. Improve depression: To boost mood and relieve depression, add chamomile oil and rose essential oil to your baths, or inhale the mix and diffuse it throughout your home to improve your mood.