Roman Chamomile

Roman chamomile is a mat forming low growing perennial with feathery leaves that have an apple scent when walked on. The flowers grow on stalks and have yellow centres with white ray florets. Native to Western Europe.

A tea made from the flowers is used to treat digestive problems such as nausea, morning sickness colic and stress related dyspepsia. It is also good for feverish illnesses and insomnia.

Roman Chamomile can be grown as a lawn but is not as hardy as normal lawn grasses and is best grown as a small patch that gets light foot traffic. Weeds need to be controlled and regular mowing will keep it thick.