Chamomile
Chamamelum nobile
The garden-variety of chamomile is believed to be a healing presence to other plants, earning chamomile the nickname of the “plants physician”. It is also used in luck and money drawing spells.
characteristics
Chamomile is a low growing perennial that reaches no more than 10 inches in height. Known for its calming effects, chamomile is also a bitter herb that can aid in the digestion of fats and thereby soothe the stomach. Chamomile has many varieties, including German, Hungarian, Roman, and English.
history
A traditional medicinal, chamomile originates from western Europe, India, and Asia. Its earliest recorded use was as a treatment for fevers by the Egyptians. Also known as English or Roman chamomile, it is so widely used throughout Europe that it is considered a cure all. Chamomile was revered by the ancient Egyptian‘s and was frequently used in offerings to the gods.
Chamamelum nobile
The garden-variety of chamomile is believed to be a healing presence to other plants, earning chamomile the nickname of the “plants physician”. It is also used in luck and money drawing spells.
characteristics
Chamomile is a low growing perennial that reaches no more than 10 inches in height. Known for its calming effects, chamomile is also a bitter herb that can aid in the digestion of fats and thereby soothe the stomach. Chamomile has many varieties, including German, Hungarian, Roman, and English.
history
A traditional medicinal, chamomile originates from western Europe, India, and Asia. Its earliest recorded use was as a treatment for fevers by the Egyptians. Also known as English or Roman chamomile, it is so widely used throughout Europe that it is considered a cure all. Chamomile was revered by the ancient Egyptian‘s and was frequently used in offerings to the gods.
Chamamelum nobile
The garden-variety of chamomile is believed to be a healing presence to other plants, earning chamomile the nickname of the “plants physician”. It is also used in luck and money drawing spells.
characteristics
Chamomile is a low growing perennial that reaches no more than 10 inches in height. Known for its calming effects, chamomile is also a bitter herb that can aid in the digestion of fats and thereby soothe the stomach. Chamomile has many varieties, including German, Hungarian, Roman, and English.
history
A traditional medicinal, chamomile originates from western Europe, India, and Asia. Its earliest recorded use was as a treatment for fevers by the Egyptians. Also known as English or Roman chamomile, it is so widely used throughout Europe that it is considered a cure all. Chamomile was revered by the ancient Egyptian‘s and was frequently used in offerings to the gods.
Excerpt taken from “The Modern Witch’s Guide to Magickal Herbs” by Judy Ann Nock
