Chamomile Bud (Flower)

Chamomile buds are the dried flower heads of the chamomile plant, one of the most ancient and widely used medicinal herbs.

Chamomile Buds are harvested from the flowers of Matricaria chamomilla (German chamomile) or Chamaemelum nobile (Roman chamomile). The buds (flower heads) are dried and used for teas, tinctures, skincare, and herbal remedies. Flavor: mild, floral, apple-like, soothing.

Nutritional & Active Compounds

Chamomile buds contain:

• Apigenin → antioxidant flavonoid that binds to brain receptors (calming, sleep-inducing).
• Bisabolol & chamazulene → anti-inflammatory, soothing for skin and digestion.
• Essential oils → contribute to relaxation and healing.
• Minerals: trace calcium, magnesium, potassium.

Health Benefits of Chamomile Buds

1. Promotes Sleep & Relaxation: Apigenin calms the nervous system → natural sleep aid.
2. Digestive Soother: Relieves bloating, indigestion, and mild stomach cramps.
3. Anti-Anxiety & Stress Relief: Acts as a gentle relaxant, calming nerves without addiction risk.
4. Anti-Inflammatory: Helpful for arthritis, muscle pain, or menstrual cramps.
5. Skin Healing: Used in skincare for eczema, rashes, burns, and acne (soothing and anti-bacterial).
6. Immune Support: Antioxidants may help the body resist infections.

Common Uses of Chamomile Buds

• Tea/infusion: Steep dried buds in hot water (classic bedtime tea).
• Bath soak: Add buds to warm bathwater for relaxation and skin relief.
• Skincare: Infused into oils or creams for calming sensitive skin.
• Herbal blends: Mixed with lavender, lemon balm, or rose for stress-relief teas.
• Culinary: Sometimes used to flavor syrups, desserts, and cocktails.

Precautions

• People with ragweed allergies may also react to chamomile.
• May interact with blood thinners, sedatives, or alcohol (enhances drowsiness).
• Pregnant women should avoid heavy use unless cleared by a doctor (can stimulate the uterus).

Traditional & Cultural Notes

• Used since Ancient Egypt, Greece, and Rome for fever, skin conditions, and calming purposes.
• Still one of the most popular herbal teas worldwide for relaxation and sleep.