Asteraceae
Roman Chamomile
Chamaemelum nobile
✓ Generally Safe
Caution in Pregnancy
Origin: England, France, Belgium
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Extraction Method
Steam distillation
Plant Part
Flowers
Aroma Profile
Warm, apple-like, sweet, herbaceous, gentle
Dilution Ratio
1-2%
💧 Applications
🌬️ Aromatherapy🖐️ Topical (diluted)💨 Diffuser💆 Massage🛁 Bath🧊 Compress
💊 Therapeutic Uses
Children's sedative, anxiety, insomnia, skin inflammation, PMS, digestive spasms. Most gentle chamomile.
🔬 Main Constituents
Isobutyl angelate, 2-methylbutyl angelate, isoamyl angelate, pinocarveol
🎨 Blends Well With
Bergamot, Clary Sage, Lavender, Neroli, Rose
⚠️ Safety Information
Safety Rating
✓ Generally Safe
Pregnancy
Caution in Pregnancy
Drug Interactions
Possible — consult doctor
Contraindications: Asteraceae allergy risk. Avoid in pregnancy (emmenagogue potential). Caution with anticoagulants.
Side Effects: Rare allergic reactions