382 Wild Chamomile Whole Medicinal The terpenes and fl avonoids found in the oil of the fl owers have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and antiphlogistic properties (topical anti-infl ammatory activity) and some studies have shown potential therapeutic effects, but the value of plant preparations in treating a wide variety of conditions from eczema to diabetes to cancer has not been conclusively shown with evidence-based research. 7,588