CAMOMILE



Chamomile
anthemis nobilis
matricaria chamomilla

Flowers and herb is used.

USE
The strong association chamomile has with the Sun
is an underlying indication of its modern usage.

Through incense or ritual drink it is used to assist
a priest's call upon a Sun god
(working with any of the solar deities).
Some traditions have used chamomile at Midsummer
to give honor to the Father of Nature.

Useful in solar holidays, chamomile
has been incorporated into Yule traditions.

Options are endless, ranging from using it as a bathing herb
for the male chosen to represent the newly born Sun
to powdering it and spooning onto burning coals to cense
the temple area and prepare it for a celebration of solar magick.

Chamomile, though not commonly recognized for it's magick,
carries the magick of success and may be
included in most recipes.

LORE
Venerable herb, well-established reputation as a healer.

It was believed that it brought health
to one's gardens and promoted healing energies
which were good for all plant spieces.

Whereas centuary is a patron herb for herbalists,
chamomile is a patron herb for the gardens.

MAGICK
Good as a meditation incense for centering and peace.

Sprinkle in home for protection healing, money.

Plant camomile in your garden to be the guardian
of the land, and you will have certain success.

Success Insurance Spell
When it is spring, be sure to plant some chamomile
(sometimes called the guardian of the Earth)
in your garden.
This will ensure success in all your endeavors.

ABSCESSES
Use chamomile in the wound to prevent infection.
I have had a lot of success with these methods,
which my vet recommends.
However, I also know that if it doesn't begin
to clear up within a week,
I need professional help to combat the infection.

anthemis nobilis and matricaria chamomilla

Medicinal Properties:
Sedative, anti-inflammatory and antispasmodic.

Uses in Folklore:
Early Teutonic tribes discovered German Chamomile
in southern Europe and the Near East, and this plant
is still considered an extremely popular medicinal herb.

Modern herbalists advocate a tea made from the flower heads
for muscular spasms and to relieve pain and swelling
caused by arthritis or an injury, for use as a sedative.

A recent study among humans supports
using chamomile tea as a sedative.
Extensive animal experiments reveal that
the tea has anti-inflammatory properties, especially
useful in allaying arthritis and other conditions
characterized by pain, heat, redness and swelling.
Scientific evidence also shows that the tea
is a valid antispasmodic for relieving cramps.

Chamomile contains traces of vitamin A, a high level
of calcium and magnesium, potassium, iron, manganese and zinc.

Bring the water to a boil, pour over the tea bags in a large cup.
Steep for one minute, remove tea bags and place
in the freezer for five minutes while you sip the tea.
Place cool tea bags over your eyes, lie back and relax.
This quick simple treatment is guaranteed to destress
you and bring a sparkle to your eyes. one of the most useful oils.

It is an anti-inflammatory.
It is an oil that can be used with children
in its diluted state; some of it's uses are....
Bed wetting, boils, chilblains, colic, dermatitis,
eczema, hot flashes, nettle rash/sting,arthritis
sensitive and inflamed skin, sprains, aches, pains joints

A diluted mix of chamomile massaged
into childrens tummies has always eased colic.
A chamomile and lavender bath
helps recover from injuries and aches.
Put 5-8 drops in your bathwater.
The heat from the water helps the oil penetrate your body.
Give yourself a twenty minute soak and your body will feel
wonderfully relaxed and warmed from within.
You'll feel fantastic!
It is not addictive and has no side-effects as it is so mild,
unless it is combined with other drugs or alcohol.


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DESCRIPTION
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MAGICAL PROPERTIES
Oil of Chamomile


SOURCE(S)
by: Deborah Duchon

From "A Modern Herbal" and Full Moon Paradise

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-- Socrates." *~*~*---->

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