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                                    CULTIVATION:
     Chamomile  is  a  perennial  or annual  with  finely  cut fragrant leaves.
     Flowers consist almost entirely of yellow-white daisy like flowers.

     Chamomile  needs full sun, or a partly shaded location. The soil should be
     light,  sandy, and well drained. Sow seeds in spring after danger of frost
     has  passed. Germination time is about 1 week. Divide in spring or autumn.
     Take  3  inch  cuttings from side  shoots  in summer. Most chamomile seeds
     available  is  the  annual German variety.  For  a chamomile lawn or seat,
     plant  4-6  inches apart, otherwise plant  about 18 inches apart. Cuttings
     can be removed from the maturing plant and will root rapidly.

     Gather leaves anytime, and pick flowers once they are fully open. Dry both
     the flowers and leaves.


             CULINARY USES: ============== NOT USED AS A CULINARY HERB.


                                   MEDICAL  USES:
     Chamomile  is one of the best know herb, it is widely available pre-packed
     in  tea bags. It's soothing, settling and  calming effect makes this tea a
     favorite  in many homes. If you make a tea use either the German, or Roman
     chamomile  and make sure the container is  covert while in use, or part of
     the  properties of the plant will be  lost. Boil water separately and then
     pour it over the flowers.

     Chamomile  may  be  of use to  aid  digestion, treat menstrual cramps, and
     reduce  inflammation  of skin and mucous  membranes. Drink 3-4 times a day
     for stomach or menstrual cramps.

     To  ease  cankers sore swish the tea in  your  mouth for 3 minutes. It may
     also  be helpful in dissolving kidney stoned, and may help protect against
     stomach ulcers.

     Research discovered that the herb stimulates the immune system's infection
     fighting  white blood cells. Chamomile oil applied to the skin reduces the
     time  it  takes  burns  to  heal.  Chamomile  may  help  cut  down  on the
     inflammation that accompanies arthritis.


                                      WARNING:
     If  you are allergic to ragweed, aster,  or chrysanthemums, you may have a
     reaction to even one cup of chamomile tea.


                                    OTHER  USES:
     Chamomile  helps encourage the growth of nearby seedlings and improves the
     condition  of  plants.  The medicinal power  of  this  herb comes from the
     volatile  oil  in  the flower. Infuse  and  spray  on seedlings to prevent
     damping off, and on compost to activate decomposition.
     


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                                  COSMETIC  USES:
     CHAMOMILE  SHAMPOO  : Both this shampoo  and  the conditioning rinse below
     will  bring luster to lifeless, out of condition hair. Make the shampoo by
     mixing  1  tablespoon  of pure soap  flakes,  1 ounce of crushed chamomile
     flowers  and 1 tablespoon of borax. Add 1/2 pint of boiling water and stir
     until  a  froth has formed. Use as  you would a usual shampoo, making sure
     that  on  the final rinse all the soap  is removed. Add a squeeze of lemon
     juice to the last rinse for an extra shine.