Feverfew Herb

(Tanacetum parthenium)

Feverfew is a cheerful, daisy-like perennial herb native to the Balkan Peninsula and western Asia, now naturalized across Europe and North America where it grows freely in gardens, roadsides, and disturbed ground. Tanacetum parthenium — from the Greek parthenos, meaning “virgin,” reflecting its historical association with women’s health in ancient Greek medicine — produces a profusion of small white flowers with yellow centers that closely resemble chamomile, to which it is related as a member of the Asteraceae family.

Feverfew has been a fixture of European folk herbalism for over 2,000 years, appearing in the writings of the ancient Greek physician Dioscorides and remaining in continuous use through the medieval period, when it earned the colorful nickname “medieval aspirin” for its prominent place in the herbal medicine chest of the era. The above-ground herb is naturally rich in sesquiterpene lactones, particularly parthenolide — the characteristic active compound unique to this species. Our Feverfew Herb is available in Powder form, with Cut & Sifted available when in stock.

Product Highlights

• Above-ground herb of Tanacetum parthenium — a classic European folk botanical
• Naturally rich in parthenolide and sesquiterpene lactones
• Over 2,000 years of continuous use in European herbal traditions
• Known historically as “medieval aspirin” for its prominence in traditional herbalism
• Available in Powder form (Cut & Sifted available when in stock)
• No additives, fillers, or artificial ingredients

How to Use

Herbal Tea: Steep 1 teaspoon of feverfew powder or herb in 8 oz of hot water for 10 minutes. Note: feverfew has a notably bitter, pungent flavor — blending with milder herbs such as chamomile or lemon balm is recommended. Tincture: Use in alcohol or glycerin-based tincture preparations. Capsules: Fill empty capsules with feverfew powder for a convenient herbal supplement. Blended Formulas: Traditionally combined with other botanicals in classic European herbal formulations.

Available in Powder (4 oz, 8 oz, 16 oz). Cut & Sifted available when in stock.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medications, or have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.