Matricaria recutita (Wild chamomile)

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Matricaria recutita (Wild chamomile). Rowan McOnegal. Attribution-NonCommercial 4.0 International (CC BY-NC 4.0). Source: Wellcome Collection.

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Also known as Scented mayweed Multi-stemmed plants, divided fine leaves and daisy-like white and yellow flowers. Chamomile tea, made from an infusion of dried flowers, has been drunk as a tonic and to relieve stomach pains, cystitis and rheumatism. Has also been used as a mouthwash to relieve toothache and as an eyebath. Also used as a herbal hair rinse for blond hair.

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