Some Things Lovely

August 20, 2009

Chamomile

Filed under: C,Floriography,Flowers — reformedtngirl @ 3:36 pm

chamomile

Chamomile: Patience, attracts wealth

Chamomile has a distinct scent similar to apples, which is how it got its name from the Greeks: kamaimelon.  That is a combination of the Greek kamai, which means “on the ground,” and melon, which means “an apple.” Spaniards call it Manzanilla, which means “little apple.” Manzanilla is also the name of an exceptionally light Spanish sherry that is flavored with chamomile.

Chamomile has many, many uses, herbal and otherwise. It is widely used in teas and infusions  as a sort of cure-all, and is now thought to significantly boost the immune system. However, chamomile should be avoided by pregnant mothers as there is some speculation that it causes problems during the pregnancy.

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“White Chamomile Flowers with Blue Background,” by Vitali Komorav

Egyptians believed chamomile cured ague, and reverenced it so much for that that they dedicated it to their gods!

Chamomile has been referred to as the “plant’s physician” because if a plant is drooping and sickly, it will, in 9 out of 10 cases, recover if you plant chamomile near it!

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