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'''German chamomile''' (''Matricaria recutita'', family ''Asteraceae''), is a highly aromatic annual herb. It has both a flavour and a scent reminiscent of apples, although slightly bitter. It is in the same family as marigolds, daisies and dandelions. Native to Europe and Western Asia,,<ref name="ME">http://www.motherearthliving.com/health-and-wellness/chamomile-herb-zmaz91djzgoe.aspx</ref> it has escaped many a garden where settlers have roamed and can be found growing wild in many parts of the world. | '''German chamomile''' (''Matricaria recutita'', family ''Asteraceae''), is a highly aromatic annual herb. It has both a flavour and a scent reminiscent of apples, although slightly bitter. It is in the same family as marigolds, daisies and dandelions. Native to Europe and Western Asia,,<ref name="ME">http://www.motherearthliving.com/health-and-wellness/chamomile-herb-zmaz91djzgoe.aspx</ref> it has escaped many a garden where settlers have roamed and can be found growing wild in many parts of the world. | ||
German chamomile has culinary, medicinal and cultivation uses. In terms of its medical value, it has a role in calming the user, and can also relieve muscle spasms, stomachaches and can be used in poultices for skin conditions. | German chamomile has culinary, medicinal and cultivation uses. In terms of its medical value, it has a role in calming the user, and can also relieve muscle spasms, stomachaches and can be used in poultices for skin conditions.<ref name="UMCC" /> | ||
The alternative spelling of camomile is correct as well, although the version using an "h" is more commonly found in texts and books. | The alternative spelling of camomile is correct as well, although the version using an "h" is more commonly found in texts and books. |