English chamomile
Term · Oncology and biomedicine · MLC-T-ONC-002846
A type of chamomile plant with daisy-like white flowers that is found in Europe, North America, and Argentina. The dried flowers are used in teas to calm and relax, to improve sleep, and to help with stomach problems. Its essential oil (scented liquid taken from plants) is used in perfumes, shampoos, face creams, lotions, and aromatherapy. The scientific names are Chamaemelum nobile and Anthemis nobilis. Also called Roman chamomile.
| Identifier | MLC-T-ONC-002846 |
|---|---|
| Field | Oncology and biomedicine |
| Synonyms | Roman chamomile |
| References | NCI Dictionary of Cancer Terms |
Record as JSON
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