Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla

At least two different plants are commonly called "chamomile," and both have daisy-like flowers with the aroma of fresh apples. The taller German (or Hungarian) Chamomile is most often used in teas and herbal formulas, though it shares many qualities with the lower-growing Anthemis nobilis, or "Roman Chamomile." Still, Germans consider Matricaria chamomilla the "genuine chamomile," said to be "alles zutraut" or "capable of anything." Ancient herbalists believed chamomile was a cure-all, good for everything from headaches to kidneys. Recent research has confirmed many benefits of chamomile, including its soothing effect on jangled nerves, irritated skin and upset stomachs. A cup of golden chamomile tea is especially calming in the evening, when you're settling down for a good night's sleep.

Commonly called: chamomile flowers, chamomile