German Chamomile Essential Oil

German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita), also spelt Camomile, is an annual plant of the sunflower family Asteraceae. Synonyms are: Chamomilla chamomilla, Chamomilla recutita (accepted name according to the Flora Europaea), Matricaria chamomilla, and Matricaria suaveolens.

It usually grows near populated areas all over Europe and temperate Asia. It is widely introduced in temperate North America and Australia. As the seeds need open soil to survive, it often grows near roads, around landfills and in cultivated fields as a weed.

Other names include Wild Chamomile, Hungarian Chamomile, and Scented Mayweed.

In Europe, Chamomile is commonly used as a digestive aid, to treat mild skin conditions, menstrual cramps, insomnia, and as a tension reliever.

Latin Name: Matricaria recutica species of the Asteraceae family. Natural Touch Aromatherapy's German Chamomile oil is grown by our supplier in eastern England. The essential oil is an inky-blue liquid with a herb-like, slightly sweet scent. Various grades of German chamomile exist. Lower grades typically have dominant, harsh notes. Our top grade oil possesses a smooth, balanced, appealing chamomile aroma.

German Chamomile turns green then brown with age so always ensure the oil has its fresh, inky-blue colour.

All the Chamomiles are known for their soothing properties. German chamomile has a higher percentage of the anti- inflammatory constituent, Chamazulene, than other Chamomiles or associated species.