German Chamomile - Matricaria recutita L. [= Chamomilla recutita (L.) Rauschert; = Matricaria chamomilla L.]. - Family: Asteraceae. - Other Names: Camomile (French); Echte Kamille (German); camomilla (Italian); camomilla, manzanilla (Spanish). - Description: An annual herb with feathery leaves and attractive flower heads. The base of the flower head is characteristically hollow, while it is solid in Roman chamomile, Chamaemeleum nobile . - Origin: Eastern Europe and the Near East; widely cultivated (especially in Argentina) for traditional health use - the consumption is 5,000 tons per year. - Parts Used: Dried flower heads ( Matricariae flos ), essential oil distilled from the flowers ( Matricariae aetheroleum ) or liquid extracts. - Therapeutic Category: Anti-inflammatory, antispasmodic, carminative, cleansing. - Uses and Properties: Used topically to help support inflammations of the skin and mucosa, and oth - Take 1 capsule, 3 times daily, with meals. - TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium-quality, natural source products that use only the finest, purest and most potent ingredients found around the world. TerraVita is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All of our products are prepared with the highest elements of quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, up to and including the moment that the bottles or bags are sealed for freshness and shipped out to you. Our highest possible standards are certified by independent laboratories and backed by our personal guarantee. - TerraVita exists to meet and ensure your family's health and wellness without the harmful effects or chemicals and prescription health products. We strive to make all of our products affordable and reliable