Tuesday, February 17, 2009

German Chamomile - Matricaria chamomilla

Full sun and average sun.  Plants reseed easily.  Seeds can be sown late February indoors, transfer to the garden once they hit about 2 inches.  Harvest flower heads from May to August.  Spend a few minutes each day picking the ripe ones and dry them at room temperature on newspapers.  Put them in the freezer for 2-3 days to prevent insect damage and then store in a glass jar.  Can be used as a tea, poultice, bath, gargle, steam, salve or an oil.  Use for cramps, stomach aches, sore throats, sinus infections, bleeding gums and gynecological disorders.

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