Tag: Mayweed

Over one million cups of chamomile tea are consumed daily, but many drinkers are unaware that not all chamomile varieties are created equal. The answer to "is yellow chamomile edible?" is nuanced and depends entirely on the specific species, as some are harmless while others are considered inedible or even toxic.

False chamomile, such as the widely documented scentless mayweed (*Tripleurospermum inodorum*), lacks the characteristic scent of true chamomile and can produce up to one million seeds per square meter. Knowing how to identify false chamomile is essential for foragers to avoid unpleasant-tasting or even mildly toxic imitators, ensuring both safety and a quality harvest.