Cape Chamomile - Eriocephalus punctulatus
Cape Chamomile - Eriocephalus punctulatus

Common names: Cape chamomile, snowbush, wild rosemary (English); kapokbos, boegoekapokbossie (Afrikaans). 
Botanical name: Eriocephalus punctulatus

Cape Chamomile, Eriocephalus tenuifolius, is an aromatic, woody, evergreen shrub that produces masses of white flowers in spring followed by distinctive fluffy white seed heads. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Prune as needed for shape. Propagate from cuttings or seeds. The leaves yield a deep blue essential oil traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, and antiseptic.

Uses & Benefits: aromatic, cosmetics, culinary herb, flavouring, medicine, small garden, tea

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Nature & Cultivation

Family: Asteraceae
Type: shrub
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Flower colour: white
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Plant-animal interactions: birds
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Light-level: afternoon sun, full sun, morning sun, semi-shade
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Use as Medicine

Safety: no safety concerns

Herbal traditions: Cape Herbal Medicine
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Plant actions: anxiolytic / nervine-relaxant, vulnerary
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Plant preparations: cordial, cream, essential oil, gel, incense, infusion - aqueous

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