German Chamomile

Matricaria recutita Seeds per packet ~ 150  Packed for 2024 BOTANICAL SAMPLE  DISCOUNTED Origins and History German Chamomile (Matricaria recutita), sometimes called “true chamomile,” is one of the oldest medicinal herbs cultivated in Europe. Native to southern and eastern Europe, it has been valued for thousands of years in Greek, Roman, and Egyptian traditions for its calming and healing properties. The name Matricaria comes from the Latin “matrix,” meaning womb, reflecting its historic use in remedies for women’s health. German Chamomile spread widely through trade and herbal medicine practices, becoming a beloved heirloom variety for teas and household remedies across the world. Appearance and Characteristics German Chamomile is an annual herb that reaches about 12–24 inches in height. It bears delicate, feathery green leaves and produces small, daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centers surrounded by white petals that curve downward with age. The flowers release a sweet, apple-