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[Chamomile / Kamomill (S) / Matricaria chamomilla] Chamomile was believed to be a heal-all herb. In ancient Egypt, it was dedicated to the sun. It was brought to Sweden, like many other herbs, by monks during the Middle Ages, but is now growing wild in meadows all over the southern half of the country. It was seen as a woman’s herb, believed to be good for mothers. It can relieve pain, is anti-convulsant and calming, and is good to drink in tea.
Photo: Chamomile in the herb garden in Bergianska trädgården, June 2016. Posted on Instagram July 2, 2020.
Katja Malmborg 