Overview
Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis — Roman; Matricaria chamomilla — German) uses the flowers and herb parts. It has bitter and pungent tastes, cooling energy, and pungent post-digestive effect. It acts on plasma, blood, muscles, marrow, and nerve tissues through the respiratory, digestive, and nervous systems.
Chamomile is a popular beverage tea with many therapeutic values. In moderate amounts it is good for all constitutions, and it is a particularly good beverage for Pitta types. It helps relieve bilious, digestive headaches and is well-suited for digestive and nervous problems of children. Its key actions include diaphoretic, carminative, nervine, antispasmodic, analgesic, emmenagogue, and emetic properties.
It is indicated for headaches, indigestion, colic, eye inflammations, jaundice, dysmenorrhea, and amenorrhea. Chamomile reduces Kapha and Pitta but may aggravate Vata in excess — large dosages are emetic. Preparations include hot or cold infusion, powder (250 mg to 1 g), and paste.
Source: The Yoga of Herbs, Section A: Commonly Available Herbs
How to Use Chamomile by Condition
Explore how Chamomile is used for specific health concerns — with dosage, preparation methods, and classical references for each.
Medical Disclaimer: The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Ayurvedic treatments should be pursued under the guidance of a qualified practitioner (BAMS/MD Ayurveda). Always consult your healthcare provider before starting any new treatment. Content is sourced from classical Ayurvedic texts and may not reflect the latest medical research.