Chamomile
also known as German chamomile, Wild chamomile, Hungarian chamomile
A daisy-like flower with a long history of use for digestive comfort, mild relaxation, sleep support, and skin soothing.
- Supports relaxation
- Mild calming effect for anxiety
- Supports sleep onset
- Soothes digestive discomfort
- Carminative — eases gas and bloating
- Provides anti-inflammatory bisabolol and chamazulene
- Apigenin binds GABA-A receptors gently
- Topical use supports skin irritation
Active in Apigenin, Bisabolol, Chamazulene, Matricin, Flavonoids.
Evidence in context
German chamomile is the focus of the linked reference. Reliable evidence is insufficient to establish clinical usefulness across the conditions for which chamomile is promoted. Preliminary anxiety findings do not establish it as an insomnia treatment.
Allergic reactions can occur, especially with allergies to related plants such as ragweed. Interactions with warfarin have been reported; discuss medicines with your provider.
NCCIH reference → · Source checked September 14, 2026
Related literature · not reviewed for these claims
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- Amelioration of experimentally induced-arthritis by guaiazulene through targeting inflammatory and oxidative stress biomarkers in Wistar rat.
- Effect of Chamomile Aromatherapy on Pain and Anxiety Management in Hospital Settings: A Scoping Review.
- Alleviation of adverse effects associated with α-glucosidase inhibitors by Ocimum basilicum L., Matricaria chamomilla L., and Salvia officinalis L. reveals novel selective inhibition of Bacillus α-glucosidase by acarbose.
- Effect of Persian traditional medicine based herbal vaginal gel in vaginal atrophy.
- Bioactivity of Matricaria chamomilla, Echinacea purpurea, Thymbra capitata and Ocimum basilicum Hydrolates and Essential Oils in View of Their Application in the Skin.