Moroccan Chamomile
Ormenis multicaulis
Scent Note:
Heart/Middle Note
Scent Profile:
Warm, fruity, and herbaceous, with a slightly sweet and spicy aroma. Moroccan Chamomile has a unique scent that is both uplifting and calming, offering a bright yet soothing fragrance.
Blend Well With:
Bergamot, Lavender, Clary Sage, Rose, Sandalwood, and Patchouli (Moroccan Chamomile is adding a bright yet grounding note to blends)
❇️ Healing Properties
Moroccan Chamomile is known for its mood-lifting, anti-inflammatory, and skin-soothing properties. It helps relieve tension, calm the mind, and treat skin irritations, making it perfect for emotional balance and skincare.
📜 Historical & Practical Uses
Moroccan Chamomile has been a staple in traditional North African and Mediterranean medicine for centuries. Known for its anti-inflammatory, soothing, and purifying properties, it was widely used to treat skin conditions, digestive issues, and respiratory problems.
Traditional Moroccan Medicine: Moroccan Chamomile was often brewed into teas to alleviate digestive complaints, calm fevers, and reduce inflammation. It was also applied topically to soothe irritated skin, treat rashes, and promote wound healing. The plant played an important role in purifying both body and spirit, used in traditional healing rituals for emotional and physical recovery.
Aromatherapy: Today, Moroccan Chamomile is valued in aromatherapy for its calming effects on the mind and body. It helps reduce anxiety, relieve stress, and promote relaxation, making it popular for emotional balance and overall wellness.
Skincare: Moroccan Chamomile is commonly used in skincare for its anti-inflammatory properties, providing relief for irritated or inflamed skin. It's particularly effective for conditions like eczema and redness, making it a key ingredient in soothing topical treatments.
Culinary Use: While not as common as other chamomile varieties, Moroccan Chamomile is sometimes used in herbal teas to promote digestion and encourage restful sleep.
💡 FUN FACT
Moroccan Chamomile (Ormenis multicaulis) belongs to the Asteraceae family but is not a true chamomile. It's native to Morocco and is often used for its calming, anti-inflammatory, and soothing properties.
🔮 Energy Levels
Energy & Chakras
Moroccan Chamomile supports the Heart and Solar Plexus Chakras, promoting joy, emotional warmth, and a sense of self-confidence.
Emotional & Spiritual Connection
Moroccan Chamomile supports the Heart and Solar Plexus Chakras, promoting joy, emotional warmth, and a sense of self-confidence.
Mystical Stories
In Moroccan culture, chamomile is believed to balance both the body and spirit, and it was used in rituals to heal and bring harmony to the soul. It was thought to calm fiery emotions and clear the mind.
🔬 Chemistry
Moroccan Chamomile contains chamazulene and bisabolol, similar to German Chamomile, but with unique esters that contribute to its mood-lifting and calming effects.
⛑️ Safety
Moroccan Chamomile is gentle on the skin and less likely to cause allergic reactions compared to other chamomiles, but it should still be diluted. It’s considered safe for most people, but a patch test is recommended for sensitive skin.