English camomile leaves are larger and thicker than German camomile leaves, without the same bipinnate style, and the stems are hairless. The extensive daisy family of plants includes flowering plants with yellow, pink, and white petals; plants that are tall, and plants that are small; and some with a lovely fragrance and some with none. The part which is connected to the stalk of the flower in half. Common daisies spring up in ground-cover-like groups, often reaching only 2 inches tall, while chamomile plants range in height from 6 inches all the way to 3 feet tall. Chamomile stems are thin and delicate, while daisy stems are sturdier and tend to be more upright. They both have unique medicinal properties and can be used to treat a variety of conditions. The Shasta daisy, however, has a much larger yellow center and grows much taller, often reaching stem heights of two to three feet tall. These two plants are often confused due to their similar appearance, but they have distinct characteristics that separate them. Chamomile tea is a popular way to consume chamomile and is often used as a natural remedy for menstrual cramps and digestive issues. The alternate, sparse, finely divided (double pinnate) leaves are long and narrow (to 3" long). Another one of the weeds that look like chamomile is Tripleurospermum Inodorum.
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