Chamomile, Roman
Common Name: Chamomile, Roman
Botanical Name: Chamaemelum nobile, (L.)
Synonyms: Anthemis nobilis, Garden Chamomile
Family: Asteraceae (Compositae)
Chemical Composition includes:
Roman Chamomile does share some similarities with German Chamomile, but its chemical profile is quite different – Roman Chamomile contains little or none of the constituents responsible for German Chamomile’s anti inflammatory or anti allergenic properties (chamazulene / z-bisabolol)
Isobutyl angelate @ 0 – 37%
Butyl angelate @ 0 – 35%
3-Methylpentyl angelate @ 0 – 23%
Precautions / Contraindications:
Traditionally used with children, considered one of the gentlest oils.
Non-Toxic
Non irritating
Non sensitizing
Prone to oxidation – avoid old or oxidized oils
Avoid if allergic to Asteraceae plants or Chamomile
No contraindications known
GRAS
As with all essential oils, taking internally, ingesting or adding to food / beverages is not recommended and can cause harm.
Keep all essential oils out of the reach of children, lids secured in a cool dark location.
Actions commonly cited in aromatherapy:
The actions cited within this profile are not guaranteed in every situation; they are examples of what we can expect from the oil. They are based on scientific analysis of each oil’s unique chemical composition and knowledge of the expected actions of those components, lab & clinical studies, historical & traditional uses, and firsthand & anecdotal experiences.
Analgesic
Anti inflammatory – topically, accelerates healing of skin wounds
Antiseptic
Antispasmodic
Bactericidal & antimicrobial
Carminative
Cholagogue
Digestive
Emmenagogue – helpful for amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea and PMS
Febrifuge
Hepatic
Sedative
Stomachic – colic
Sudorific
Vulnerary
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Mental & Emotional Actions commonly cited in aromatherapy
Useful with children, soothing, calming nervous tension, impatience, disagreeable, tense or nightmares
Anxiety / stress
Actions supported by clinical studies
Antimicrobial
Antispasmodic
Anxiolytic
Sedative
Chakra: Throat
Promotes free flow of Qi – relaxes nerves, spasms, eases pain / help liver resolve emotional state of anger. Connects us to our inner child, closer to spiritual realms for comport / uplifting spirit during times of sadness, helps us listen to our inner voice, discern our individual path, receive teachings
Speak your highest spiritual truth
Myers Briggs: INFP
Full of sunshine and joy, harmonious disposition and emotional intelligence
Calm, easygoing, affirming, gentle
Strong integrity, commitment to what is important to them
Enjoy / need alone time, may have many different interests, like learning and researching
Highly reflective, mysteries of life, earth, / little or no need to impose their belifes on others, prefer to gently influence and inspire
Value authenticity and depth in relationships
Serene & gentle, dream like state, calming, mesmerizing / have loyal “followers”
Inner peach may be misleading or covering intense inner conflict which can be tormenting
Mood swings particularly in relationships / may cause emotional stress followed by isolation.
Grumpy, discontented, impatience
Aromatic Note: Middle
Oil & Aromatic Description: Pale yellow oil with a sweet, herbaceous, fruity, warm, slightly tea like aroma
Blends well with:
Insomnia – Lavender, Sandalwood
Anxiety, nervous tension, stress – Bergamot, Frankincense, Geranium, Lavender, Sweet Orange, Sandalwood
PMS, dysmenorrhoea – Clary Sage, Lavender, Ylang Ylang
Method of Extraction: Steam distilled
Parts Used: Flowering tops of C. nobile
Country of Origin: Hungary
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As a Trained Aromatherapist, the services, recommendations and products offered by Robson Valley Aromatherapy are that of a complementary nature only and in no way replace medical advice or treatment of any other modality. I do not provide diagnostic services, make any curative claims, or prescribe medications. Clients are provided with information on how & why recommendations are made, appropriate methods of using essential oils, and encouraged to make educated decisions on the safe & effective use of essential oils. I do not recommend or support the use of essential oils internally.
References:
Salvatore Battaglia – The Complete Guide to Aromatherapy – Volume 1 – Third edition
Robert Tisserand, Rodney Young – Essential Oil Safety – Second Edition