Matricaria chamomilla – German chamomile powder

Recognized for its ancestral uses in European herbalism, German chamomile offers a convenient powdered form that can be incorporated into wellness or relaxation rituals. It is particularly recommended for stress relief or for gentle skin care.

Description

Fine, light yellow to beige powder, homogeneous. Floral and sweet, slightly honeyed odor.

Nomenclature

• Common names: German chamomile, true chamomile, feverfew
• Latin name: Matricaria chamomilla
• Family: Asteraceae
• Part used: Flower head
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Central Europe, Western Asia
• English name: German chamomile powder
• German name: Kamillenpulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de manzanilla
• Name in Italian: Polvere di camomilla
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق البابونج (Masḥūq al-Bābūnaj)

Main virtues

German chamomile powder is traditionally used to promote restful sleep, relieve tension, and soothe sensitive skin. It can also be used as a natural ingredient in homemade cosmetics for its calming and softening effects.

Main constituents

Essential oils (chamazulene, bisabolol), flavonoids, coumarins, mucilages, phenolic acids.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 to 1 teaspoon for 200 ml of hot water, infuse for 5 to 8 minutes.
• Face mask: mix with clay or yogurt for a soothing treatment.
• Hair care: Add to a neutral base for a gentle rinse.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Not recommended in case of allergy to plants of the Asteraceae family.
• Do not inhale dry powder.
• Store in a tightly closed container, away from light and moisture.

History and origin

German chamomile is one of the oldest and most widely used medicinal plants in Europe. Transformed into powder, it adapts to modern practices while retaining its traditional qualities. It finds its place in both wellness rituals and gentle beauty recipes.

Miscellaneous information

• Storage: opaque pot or lined kraft bag.
• Packaging: loose or airtight recyclable jar.
• Appearance: fine, light yellow powder.
• Smell: floral, sweet, light.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• Traditional Herbalism Corpus
• Ancient and medieval ethnobotanical references
• Literature on natural phytocosmetics

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