Chamomile Blue Chamomilla matricaria
Latin Name: Chamomilla matricaria (Matricaria recutita)
Family: Asteraceae(Compostitae)
Method: Distillation
Plant Part: Blossoms
Note/Element: Note: Middle Element: Wood.
Functional Groups: Sesquiterpene (high in Chamazulene), Oxide, Alcohol, Coumarin
Type: Relaxing
Ayurveda Dosha: Vata, Pitta
Scent: Floral, Herbaceous, Sweet
For Skin types: Sensitive,Dry
Cautions: Not during pregnancy. Not for those with Ragweed allergy: contact dermatitis or severe breathing problems could occur. DO NOT use if a chamomile allergy is suspected.
Physical Uses: Rash, acne, skin inflammation, and joint pain. Menstrual or stomach cramps, indigestion, insomnia, Soothes labor pains. PMS/PMT,fades scars and spots.
Mental Emotional Uses: Depression, anxiety, stress, anger. Soothes cranky children.
Other Uses: Can add a blue color.
Blends Well With: Benzoin, bergamot, citrus oils, clary sage, frankincense, geranium, jasmine, lavender, marjoram, neroli, patchouli, rose, rosemary, tea tree, ylang ylang
Possible Substitutions: Chamomile Roman, Chamomile Atlas,(Tanacetum annum), Yarrow blue
References
Katherine Graf:Aroma Studio:Aromatherapy Home Study Certification Master Level
http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/products/chamomile/blue/essentia-oil/profile
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/essential-oils/camomile-essential-oil.html