Chamomile Roman, Chamaemelum nobile
Latin: Chamaemellum nobile, Anthemis nobilis, Anthemus nobilis, Chamomilla nobilis
French: Camomille romaine, camomille noble, anthémis noble, anthémis odorante, camomille d'Anjou
English: Roman Chamomile, Double Chamomile, English Chamomile, Garden Chamomile, Ground apple, Low chamomile
Family: Asteracea (Compositae)
Source: France
History and Origin:
Several types of chamomile exist, and they should not be confused. Roman chamomile is one of the medicinal plants for which the longest tradition is found in many cultures. It owes its name to the fact that the Romans cultivated it around the XVIth and XVIIth centuries.
Physicians used to prescribe it for numerous purposes, and they held it in high regard as a medicine. Of course, they prescribed higher concentrations than what we are today used to consuming for relaxation (a couple flowers floating on an ocean of water).
| Part Used |
Leaves and flower tops
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| Extraction |
Steam Distillation
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| Main Components |
Terpene alcohols 5-6%, esters 75-80%, pinocarvone 13%
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| Oil Characteristics |
Clear liquid, pale yellow color with a sweet, fruity and pleasant aroma. |
| Properties |
Antispasmodic, calming for the central nervous system, pre-anesthetic+++, anti-inflammatory++, antiparasitic+++, cicatrizer++
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| Indications |
Neuritis and neuralgia, psychic shock+++, nerve-related
asthma++, intestinal infestation +++, surgeries+++, psoriasis and
eczema, gingivitis and teething. |
| Energetic and Emotional Effect |
Positivating, and negativating. The oil enhances the
feeling of inner harmony and relieves stress. It helps working on
abandonment feelings. It is an “essential” oil that brings us into
contact with our life mission (use on the frontal chakra for that
purpose).
It eases the process of creativity, activates the crown chakra and calms emotivity and reactivity. |
| Type Chromatography |
Chamaemelum nobile |
Aromatherapy: See “Aromatherapy Data Sheet” tab
Culinary: Used in the composition of hot and cold drinks.
Cosmetics: Used for sensitive, irritated skins or to heal lesions in creams and lotions. You can add a few drops to your daily care shampoo to brighten blond hair.
Environment: Used in diffusion, the oil is antiseptic, soothing for spirits. It brings a feeling of harmony and security. It helps chase away nightmares.
Perfumery: Fruity, fresh apple smell, rich, intense and green. Heart note.
Safety data: None when physiological dosage is respected.
Discharge: In case of health concern, Aliksir strongly recommends that you consult with a physician or aromatherapist. You must get accurate information concerning contraindications and interactions with other substances. Essential oils are powerful, and they must be used in respect of the physiological doses.
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