Roman chamomile is a low growing herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae (daisy) family. It is native to Europe and western Asia. Its roots are creeping and sturdy which allows it to spread and keep a firm foundation. This plant grow 1 to 2 feet tall and needs 2 to 4 inches of space when planting to allow its greatest potential. It blooms in the summer on those lazy, summer days and can even bloom into the fall. Provide part sun to full sun in well-drained, moist to dry soils. Wear gloves as it may cause contact dermatitis in some people. Fragrant white flowers in summer into fall and the foliage is fragrant and evergreen. Consider using this problem free plant as a groundcover in a children's grade, cottage garden or near a rock wall as it has a meandering habit. The delicate-looking flowers make for a wonderful edging for any border in your garden or planted along a patio or walkway so the calming fragrance can be enjoyed. Insects, Diseases, and Other Plant Problems:
Curated pairwise relationships between this plant and others in the library — who feeds
whom, who competes, who confuses the pests. Green reads as a good pairing, red as one to avoid.
No curated interactions recorded for this species yet.
Also noted by NC State
Related species the NC State Plant Toolbox flags for this plant — look-alikes to tell
apart, and plants that play a similar role in a planting. Ones we carry in the library are linked.
Use dried flowers for tea. Drink no more than one cup of tea per day, as it contains thujone, a substance that can be toxic in high doses. Do not use if pregnant.
Uses (ethnobotany)
Use dried flowers for soothing tea, potpourris, or herb pillows. Chamomile has been used as a folk medicine remedy for many ailments.