Chamomile Extract:  (Matricaria Chamomilla) It is extracted from the flower of the chamomile plant, and turned to a powder for consumption for it's beneficial uses in treating upset stomach, cramps from menstrual cycle, relaxation of smooth muscle tissue ( muscles of the legs/arms) insomnia, slight skin irritations, external hermorrhoids and toothaches.

It's popular consumption is in the form of a tea.

Studies done on animals have shown this extract  to be a powerful anti-inflamatory and cholesterol-lowering substance.  Studies of the same are not as  available for humans.

Different parts of the chamomile plant are used for different applications.
Flower heads are used mostly for medicinal and drug applications, as the oil from the plants are used mostly in perfumes.

The Iranian use of the extract was for:
tooth pain
discomforts of the common cold virus
headaches

In conclusion, different parts of the world use the extract for different applications as well as different parts of the plants.

Adverse Side Effects: None noted to date.