(Matricaria recutita ASTERACEAE)
The sweet-scented flowers of chamomile are used to make chamomile tea which has a distinctive apple-like flavor and fragrance. Medicinal: Chamomile has long been used as a carminative, and as an anti-inflammatory, anti-ulcer remedy to protect gastric mucous membranes. It is also anti-spasmodic, and anti-microbial. Used as a nasal wash to treat sinusitis.
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| Flowers: | | White, daisy-like |
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| Foliage: | | Lacy leaves |
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| Lifecycle: | | 1 (0: N/A, 1: annual, 2: perennial, 3: biennial) |
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| Height: | | 24 |
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| Diameter: | | 6 |
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| Heirloom: | | yes |
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| Container Planting: | | yes |
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Cultural Requirements:
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| Propagation / Germination: | | Requires light to germinate. Sow seeds on soil surface and press in lightly. Germinates in 10-14 days at 60F. |
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| Spacing: | | 8 |
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| Sun: | | Full sun |
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| Pests and Diseases: | | None noted |
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Garden Medicinals offers over 220 varieties of medicinal and culinary herb seeds, roots, potato onions, specialty garlic varieties, and select heirloom vegetable and ethnic flower seed. All seeds are non-gmo, open-pollinated and untreated. Most seeds are naturally grown and a few are certified organic. Our vegetable seeds do especially well in hot, humid climates where vegetable production can be difficult. Our herb selection also includes dormant root stock of ginger, ginseng, goldenseal, black cohosh, false unicorn, and wild yam.
Note: Medicinal uses of herbs mentioned in our store are not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. Please see a qualified medical practitioner for diagnosis if you have a health problem.
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