Description :
Feverfew is a short perennial that is a member of the daisy family and is native to southeastern Europe. The leaves are yellowish green in color, slightly hairy, and grow on both sides of the stem at alternating levels. Small yellow flowers resembling daisies grow in dense clusters. It blooms between July and October, and gives off a strong, bitter odor. It is also good at helping to reduce fever. Internally, Feverfew was historically used to help treat pain and inflammation from headaches, migraines, and PMS. Externally, it was believed to help ease the symptoms of dermatitis.
History and Folklore:
The Parthenium part of the Latin name comes from a Greek story that claims that Feverfew saved the life of someone who had fallen from the Parthenon during its construction in the fifth century, B.C. The first-century Greek physician Dioscorides supposedly used it for reducing fever.
Cultivation and Harvest:
Harvest leaf, flower and root as the plant starts to flower. Dry for later use and longer term storage. Grind into powder for use in teas, tinctures, capsules, etc.
Precautions:
Do not use while pregnant or nursing. Discontinue use if soreness or ulcers form in the mouth
Traditional Herbal Actions:
Antirheumatic, Analgesic
Other Names:
Featherfew, Wild Chamomile, Camomille Grande, Chrysanthemum Parthenium, Featherfoil, Flirtwort Midsummer Daisy, Santa Maria
Tincture Ingredients: Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)
*These statements have not been verified by the FDA and is only referenced here as a fun fact and/or for historical commentary, is not to be used as medical advice in any way. Consult your doctor before ingesting any herbal product.
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