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Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium / Chrysanthenum parthenium) |
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for aches and pain in the head... In the Garden | Culinary | Cosmetic | Medicinal use Popular garden varieties
Feverfew | 
Notice the flower and
leaf shape, do not
confuse with
Chamomile |
Top In the GardenGrowth Characteristics: - Perennial, Evergreen, Frost hardy,
- Height: ± 1m; Spread: ±50 cm,
Cultivation: - Full sun; Well drained, composted soil,
Harvesting: - Pick fresh leaves and flowers throughout the year,
Companion Planting: - Attracting Beneficial insects: Bees and is often planted near fruit trees to assist pollination,
Top Cosmetic - Makes a useful moisturiser, helps to reduce freckles and blemishes,
- Flower stems placed in linen closets will discourage moths,
- Flowers add colour to potpourri,
Top Medicinal useFeverfew may be beneficial in the following cases: | General | |
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| Nervous System | - To prevent Migraine attacks, Headaches,
- Vertigo,
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| Cardiovascular System | - Blood thinner (anti-coagulant), Protects against clot formation,
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| Digestive system | |
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| Reproductive System | - Painful, absent or irregular menstruation,
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| Musculo / Skeletal System | - It may also help ease diseases caused by chronic inflammation, such as arthritis.
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Preparation and dosage: FRESH LEAVES: - 1 or 2 large, or 3 or 4 small leaves, every day until positive results achieved. Can also be eaten with bread in a sandwich or in mashed banana.
TINCTURE: - 5-20 drops every 2 hours for acute conditions. Three times daily for chronic.
SIDE EFFECTS / CAUTION: - Taken as recommended, standardized feverfew causes minimal side effects. Minor side effects may include gastrointestinal upset and nervousness. Chewing feverfew leaves has been known to cause mouth ulcers.
- Feverfew is not recommended during pregnancy or lactation, and should not be used by children under the age of two years. Also not used when taking the contraceprive pill.
- Do not use with other blood thinning medication like Warfarin.
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