description Feverfew Overview
Feverfew, Tanacetum parthenium, is a short-lived perennial herb in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. Native to southeastern Europe and parts of western Asia, it has aromatic divided leaves and clusters of small white flower heads with yellow centers. The plant has been used in European traditional medicine for fever and headache, and modern herbal products commonly focus on parthenolide, a naturally occurring compound in its leaves.
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What is feverfew?
Feverfew is Tanacetum parthenium, a short-lived perennial herb in the sunflower family, Asteraceae. It has aromatic divided leaves and clusters of small white flower heads with yellow centers.
Where does feverfew come from?
Feverfew is native to southeastern Europe and parts of western Asia. It is now also grown in gardens in other regions as an ornamental and herbal plant.
What do feverfew flowers look like?
The flower heads have white outer florets surrounding yellow centers. The plant also has strongly aromatic, divided green leaves.
How is feverfew traditionally used?
Feverfew has a history of use in herbal preparations. Because herbal products can interact with medicines, medical use should be discussed with a qualified health professional.
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