Organic Chamomile Extract

Organic Chamomile Extract Our Chamomile Extract Powder is produced from properly cultivated organic chamomile flowers (Matricaria chamomilla), concentrated into a fine powder so you get the flower's character without brewing a pot. It blends into hot drinks, tea, smoothies and menu items, and it can be encapsulated into a customized supplement. It is offered in 1 oz, 2 oz and 4 oz sizes.

At a glance

• Organic Matricaria chamomilla flower extract powder
• Concentrates apigenin, bisabolol, chamazulene, coumarins and bitter principles
• Not standardized to a stated apigenin percentage
• Blends into hot drinks, tea, smoothies or capsules
• Soft, mellow evening calm
• Offered in 1 oz, 2 oz and 4 oz sizes

The herb. German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is an annual in the daisy family, Asteraceae, native to Europe and western Asia and grown commercially in Egypt and eastern Europe. Its small white flowers with hollow yellow cones have an apple-like scent, and it is one of the oldest herbs in European tradition. The flowers carry a blue essential oil rich in bisabolol and chamazulene, the flavonoid apigenin, and coumarins such as umbelliferone.

Active content. As an extract powder this product concentrates the extractable share of the flower: apigenin and related flavonoids, bisabolol, coumarins and bitter principles. Apigenin is the compound most associated with chamomile's calming reputation; bisabolol and chamazulene give the soft, soothing quality. We do not standardize this powder to a stated apigenin percentage.

Dosage, first time. Begin small and taste to experiment. Stir a pinch into hot water or tea, or add it to a smoothie, and see how you respond before increasing.

Regular use. Regular users tend to take it as an evening ritual, stirred into a warm drink, or capsule a consistent amount. Keep it at the level that works; more is not needed for a flower this mild. For a thicker, more concentrated format, see our Chamomile Extract Resin.

What to expect. Users describe a soft, mellow calm, an easy wind-down and a settled stomach after a big meal. It suits anyone who loves chamomile tea but wants it portable. It is not a strong sedative and not a daytime energizer.

Side effects. Chamomile is one of the best tolerated herbs in use, but it is in the daisy family, so people allergic to ragweed, chrysanthemums or marigolds can react with itching or sneezing. Drowsiness at larger amounts is the other thing to watch. Reduce or stop if either shows up.

Interactions and cautions.

• Contains natural coumarins and may add to the effect of blood-thinning medications
• Can also add to sedative medications and alcohol
• Consult a healthcare professional before use if you take any of these, are pregnant or nursing, or have any medical condition

Ingredients and storage. Matricaria chamomilla Extract Powder (Chamomile). Store sealed, cool and dry; the powder absorbs moisture and kitchen aromas if left open.

Common questions

• How is chamomile extract powder different from chamomile tea? The powder concentrates the flower's constituents, so a pinch does the work of a whole cup of steeped blossoms.
• Can I put chamomile extract powder in capsules? Yes, it capsules well, the easiest way to keep servings consistent.
• Does chamomile extract taste like the tea? It is stronger and more bitter than the tea, with the same apple-like note underneath.

Disclaimer. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Chamomile is a traditional botanical, and traditional use does not establish that it will produce any particular result. Consult your healthcare provider before use if you take any medication or have a medical condition. Use at your own risk and keep out of reach of children. Formulated by Healing Herbals, run by a practicing herbalist of 13+ years.