Wild Camomile (Pineapple Weed)

Matricaria discoidea

Taste: Sweet, Fruity, pineapples

Origin: Turtle Island, Northeastern Asia

Energetics: Cooling

Actions and properties: Anti-inflammatory, Antispasmodic, Sedative, Carminative, analgesic

Systems: Nervous system, digestive system, Female reproductive system

Traditionally used for:

• Insomnia, promote sleep, reduce anxiety, soothe nerves, reduce stress
• Easing menstrual cramps, digestive spasms, and intestinal pain.
• Supporting digestion, relieving bloating, colic, gas in babies
• Mild pain relief, fevers, general aches

Brewing instructions:

• 1 tsp of herb per cup of water
• Boiling water (200-212f/93-100C)
• Steep for 5-15 minutes

Contraindications/cautions:  Avoid if pregnant or breastfeeding. Harvest only from uncontaminated sites.

Always consult a healthcare practitioner when consuming any new herb. Like all herb it is best to start with a little to make sure you are not intolerant.

Warning: This information has not been verified by Health Canada and should be considered for historical and educational purposes only.

Other uses: Edible, can be added into salads. Applied to skin to treat eczema, sunburns, insect bites, scrapes