Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is an annual herb in the Asteraceae family, 20-60 cm (8-24 in.) tall. Chamomile tea, made from dried chamomile flowers, is thought to be a relaxing remedy and may be effective in treating anxiety and insomnia. Chamomile can also be used externally in the form of oils or ointments to treat skin irritations such as wounds and eczema. Chamomile oil is used to flavor cosmetics and soaps. Chamomile is thought to be native to Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. It is now grown all over the world. Since ancient times, chamomile has been used as a medicinal plant. The Egyptians dedicated it to their gods, and the Romans used it as a folk medicine. Chamomile was introduced to America in the 17th century. Chamomile is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders including flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea, anorexia, motion sickness and nausea. Chamomile is also used to topically treat skin conditions such as wounds, abscesses and gangrene. Chamomile is used in a variety of formulations, including teas, tinctures, extracts and ointments. Chamomile tea made from fresh or dried chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from fresh chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from fresh chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from dried chamomile flowers is considered a relaxant and can be effective in treating anxiety and insomnia. Chamomile can also be used externally in the form of oils or ointments to treat skin irritations such as wounds and eczema. Chamomile oil is used to flavor cosmetics and soaps. Chamomile is thought to be native to Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. It is now grown all over the world. Since ancient times, chamomile has been used as a medicinal plant. The Egyptians dedicated it to their gods, and the Romans used it as a folk medicine.Chamomile was introduced to America in the 17th century. Chamomile is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders, including flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea, anorexia, motion sickness, and nausea. Chamomile is also used to topically treat skin conditions such as wounds, abscesses and gangrene. Chamomile is used in a variety of formulations, including teas, tinctures, extracts and ointments. Chamomile tea made from fresh or dried chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from fresh chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from fresh chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from dried chamomile flowers is considered a relaxant and can be effective in treating anxiety and insomnia. Chamomile can also be used externally in the form of oils or ointments to treat skin irritations such as wounds and eczema. Chamomile oil is used to flavor cosmetics and soaps. Chamomile is thought to be native to Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. It is now grown all over the world. Since ancient times, chamomile has been used as a medicinal plant. The Egyptians dedicated it to their gods, and the Romans used it as a folk medicine. Chamomile was introduced to America in the 17th century. Chamomile is used to treat gastrointestinal disorders including flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea, anorexia, motion sickness and nausea. Chamomile is also used to topically treat skin conditions such as wounds, abscesses and gangrene. Chamomile is used in a variety of formulations, including teas, tinctures, extracts and ointments. Chamomile tea made from fresh or dried chamomile flowers is the most common form of chamomile used in medicine. Chamomile tea made from dried chamomile flowers is thought to be a relaxant and can be effective in treating anxiety and insomnia. Chamomile can also be used externally in the form of oils or ointments to treat skin irritations such as wounds and eczema. Chamomile oil is used to flavor cosmetics and soaps. Chamomile is thought to be native to Europe, North Africa, and West Asia. It now grows all over the world.