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The name Chamomile or Camomile (from Greek χαμαίμηλον - chamaimēlon) can refer to any of several distinct species in the sunflower family (Asteraceae): The Chamomile flower is brewed as a tea infusion. Taken internally, its effects include calming of the digestive tract, fostering tranquility for well-being or sleep, and the infusion can be used externally to reduce minor skin irritation. See Matricaria recutita for more complete details.
- German Chamomile: Matricaria recutita (syn. M. chamomilla), commonly used in chamomile tea
- Roman Chamomile: Chamaemelum nobile (syn Anthemis nobilis) the "lawn" chamomile.
- Stinking Chamomile or Dog-fennel: Anthemis cotula
- and to some extent other Anthemis species
- Wild Chamomile or Pineapple weed: Matricaria discoidea
- Other uses, some of which use different spelling of the word Chamomile
- The Camomile Lawn is a 1984 novel by Mary Wesley and a 1992 television adaptation shown in the United Kingdom on Channel 4.
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How to grow Chamomile
Chamomile grows best in sun or semi-shade and moist, light, well drained soil. It does not seem to last long in dry summer areas, and brass buttons (Cotula squalida) is often substituted for it there. Sow seeds in the early spring or late fall. Once plants are established they will spread by runners and can be divided for additional plantings.[1]
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