Chamomile

CHAMOMILE
Available: Spring/Summer
Climatic Zone: Temperate
Locale: Rural
Cost: 160 Crowns

This plant can grow up to 2 feet tall, and has a branched stem. It has few leaves, and these are finely divided. The flower heads have yellow centres which are domed in shape with a hollow at their very centre. The petals of this plant bend backwards towards the stem. The flowers from a single plant must be immersed in boiling water and the will have a calming effect on the consumerresultant drink consumed. This drink is very bitter and is normally mixed with honey, but this is unnecessary. The drink will last for approximately 2 months after manufacture, while the leaves can be dried, and will then keep for up to three years. A successful use of this herb has a calming effect on a person under emotional duress.