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Asteraceae
Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla
Patience and calm.
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Matricaria
- Native to
- Europe, Western Asia
- Bloom season
- Spring, Summer
- Type
- annual
- Height
- 1-2 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil
- well-drained, sandy
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 2-8
- Lifespan
- annual
Did you know
- Chamomile tea is one of the most consumed herbal teas in the world with over a million cups drunk daily.
- Ancient Egyptians dedicated chamomile to their sun god Ra because of its daisy-like appearance.
- Chamomile is sometimes called the 'plant doctor' because it reportedly helps nearby sick plants recover.
- The name comes from the Greek 'chamaimelon' meaning 'earth apple' due to its apple-like fragrance.
- Peter Rabbit's mother gave him chamomile tea after his adventure in Mr. McGregor's garden.
Color meanings
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patience
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relaxation
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humility