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What is the botanical origin of German Chamomile?
What is the botanical origin of German Chamomile?
What are the macroscopical characters of dried German Chamomile flower-heads?
What are the macroscopical characters of dried German Chamomile flower-heads?
What caused the patient's stomach discomfort, cramps, and diarrhea after consuming chamomile tea bags?
What caused the patient's stomach discomfort, cramps, and diarrhea after consuming chamomile tea bags?
What is the botanical origin of Hibiscus?
What is the botanical origin of Hibiscus?
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What are the characteristics of the dried calyx and epicalyx of Hibiscus flowers?
What are the characteristics of the dried calyx and epicalyx of Hibiscus flowers?
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Botanical Origin of German Chamomile
- Matricaria chamomilla L. is the botanical origin of German Chamomile
Macroscopical Characters of Dried German Chamomile Flower-heads
- Dried flower-heads are 10-15 mm in diameter
- Involucral bracts are ovate, greenish-yellow, and papery
- Ray-florets are white, tongue-shaped, and 10-15 mm long
- Disc-florets are yellow, tubular, and 2-3 mm long
Adverse Effects of Chamomile Tea
- Patient experienced stomach discomfort, cramps, and diarrhea after consuming chamomile tea bags
- Possible allergic reaction or contamination of tea bags caused the adverse effects
Botanical Origin of Hibiscus
- Hibiscus sabdariffa L. is the botanical origin of Hibiscus
Characteristics of Dried Hibiscus Flowers
- Dried calyx is red, fleshy, and 1-2 cm in diameter
- Epicalyx is membranous, transparent, and 1-2 cm in diameter
- Calyx and epicalyx are persistent and surround the fruit
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Test your knowledge on inflorescences with a focus on capitulum structure. Learn about the unique characteristics of the capitulum and its botanical origins, as exemplified by German Chamomile (البابونج).