"Mansanilya" - by Dennis dela Cruz-Mumar
Roman chamomile is also called manzilla by the Spanish. German chamomile is also called scented mayweed, Balder's eyelashes, after Balder, the Norse God of Light.
Chamomile
The Tamil name for chamomile is "கமோமைல்" (kamomail).
Roman chamomile Chamaemelum nobile is a member of the Asteraceae, or daisy family. German chamomile is Matricaria recutita. Dyer's chamomile is Anthemis tinctora.
To effectively use chamomile in your daily routine, you can brew chamomile tea to drink before bed for relaxation, use chamomile essential oil in a diffuser for a calming atmosphere, or apply chamomile-infused skincare products for soothing benefits.
Chamomile is known as அஜவை இலை (Ajavaai ilai) in Tamil language.
Chamomile can be both annual and perennial, depending on the specific variety. The most common types are German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla), which is an annual, and Roman chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile), which is a perennial. German chamomile completes its life cycle in one growing season, while Roman chamomile can live for several years and spread through its roots.
Seemai Chamanthi
Seemai Chamanthi
In Malayalam, Chamomile is called "ചാമമൈൽ" (pronounced as "chamamail"). Chamomile is a popular herb known for its calming properties and its use in herbal teas and aromatherapy. It is often used to promote relaxation and alleviate stress and anxiety.
A herb
No, in Hindi chamomile means 'baboone ka phool'.