Chamomile

Chamaemelum nobile, Matricaria chamomilla

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Small dried flower heads of German chamomile, a plant of the daisy family, infused since Antiquity; one of the most classic evening teas. It contains apigenin, a flavonoid. It has also long been drunk for minor digestive complaints such as bloating.

Origin

Europe and western Asia

Season (United States)

imported · all year round

Preparation

One teaspoon of dried flowers per cup, in barely simmering water, five minutes covered; the infusion is strained and the flowers discarded.

Did you know?

Three plants are sold under the name chamomile: German chamomile, Roman chamomile and feverfew.