All Information about Cultivation of German Chamomile
What is German Chamomile?
German chamomile is a plant with scientific name of Matricaria Chamomilla L of the Asteraceae family.
Cultivation Ecology
- This plant is resistant to cold and grows at a temperature of 2-20 °C and an altitude of 1500 to 3000 meters.
- This plant is native to temperate regions and needs much light in the germination to flowering stage.
- Plant germination begins at a temperature of 6-7 °C and the optimum germination temperature of the plant is 20-25 °C.
- A temperature of 20-25 °C is the best temperature during the flowering stage to produce more Chamazulene.
- This plant grows well in wet, low-salt soils at a Ph of 8-9 with high humus content.
Note: German chamomile also grows in saline soils but produces fewer flowers.
Cultivation Time
This plant is cultivated in spring and autumn.
The best time for autumn cultivation is around mid-September and the best time for spring cultivation is early March.
Geographical Distribution
Global Distribution
Iran, Germany, Hungary, Greece, Argentina, Czech Republic, Slovakia, Egypt, Greece, North Africa, South America, and Australia.
Distribution in Iran
Fars, Azerbaijan, Lorestan, Khuzestan, Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari, Ardabil
Propagation of German Chamomile
This plant is grown from seeds by two methods:
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Direct Method
- In this method, the seeds are directly sown in the main soil after preparing and fertilizing the soil.
- Each hectare of land needs 3 to 4.50 kg of seeds.
- Seeds are sown in rows 12 to 15 cm apart. It is recommended to mix the seeds sand up to 3-5 times their amount and then fix them on the ground with a roller.
- Research has shown that German chamomile can be cultivated in the same field for 4-5 consecutive years.
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Indirect Method (Transplantation)
- In this method, the seeds are first planted in the bed. The seeds germinate in 3-4 days and are transferred to the main land after 4-6 weeks.
- About 500-800 grams of German chamomile seeds with high viability will be enough to produce seedlings per hectare.
- This method is not economical because of high costs to produce seedlings and transfer them to the main land.
The Required Fertilizers
- Nitrogen
- Phosphorus
- Potash
Harvest Time
Harvest time varies according to the cultivation time. Harvesting usually begins in spring and summer with the appearance of flowers.
About 500 kg of dried flowers can be obtained per hectare.
It is better to harvest on sunny days because the plant produces more essential oil.
Medicinal-Therapeutic Properties of German Chamomile
- Aphrodisiac
- Digestive relaxant
- Relieving sore eyes
- Relieving menstrual painful cramps
- Treatment of anorexia
- Treatment of acne
- Antipyretic
- Removal of stomach worms
Supplier German Chamomile in Iran
Maleki commercial Group exports the best quality German Chamomile according to the needs of the customers in the form of EXW, FCA, CPT, CIP, DAT, DAP, FOB, FAC, CFR, and CIF.
Maleki commercial Group, the Largest Exporter of German Chamomile
Maleki commercial Group is the largest direct exporter of German Chamomile in Iran and Asia. Maleki commercial Group exports the best quality German Chamomile according to the needs of the customers in the form of EXW, FCA, CPT, CIP, DAT, DAP, FOB, FAC, CFR, and CIF.
For bulk purchase, can contact our consulting department.
Global Exports of German Chamomile
Maleki commercial Group is the global exporter of German Chamomile with the most active compounds along with the best quality and price among all companies exporting this plant. This holding has achieved considerable success in exporting this plant to various countries without intermediaries.
If you need this high-quality export plant, you can confidently obtain the best quality from Maleki commercial Group with safe and standard packaging.
The Price of German Chamomile in Iran
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