224 A COMPENDIUM OF 
is composed of a number of perfect flowers, of 
tubular shape. The rays of the flower are white 
and lingulate in character. The Matricaria as 
found in the stores has a pleasant, aromatfc 
odor, and a mild, bitter taste. They contain 
tannin, extractive matter, some malates, anda 
volatile oil, which will be spoken of under the 
head of oils. The German Chamomile is a very 
mild stimulant, tonic and carminative, and is 
usually administered in form of an infusion, the 
dose of which is from ¥% to 1 fluid ounce. The 
flower is not so large as the anthemis nobilis, 
nor is it so powerful in its effects, and for this 
reason it is preferred in delicate conditions of 
the stomach. 
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