Feverfew
Feverfew
Tanacetum parthenium
Ornamental and Traditional Medicinal
(Chrysanthemum parthenium) Small daisy-like blooms on light-green foliage. Medicinal: Vasodilator and anti-inflammatory. Studies published in the British medical journal Lancet reported that 2-3 fresh leaves of feverfew eaten daily over a period of time reduced the severity and frequency of migraines. Feverfew has potential value in relieving arthritis symptoms. Contraindicated during pregnancy. Perennial in zones 4-10. Germination: 70°F, light required, 10-14 days. Transplant or direct seed. Full sun. 30 in. tall. Remove flower heads before seed forms, otherwise the plant will grow as an annual.
Feverfew
Tanacetum parthenium
Ornamental and Traditional Medicinal
(Chrysanthemum parthenium) Small daisy-like blooms on light-green foliage. Medicinal: Vasodilator and anti-inflammatory. Studies published in the British medical journal Lancet reported that 2-3 fresh leaves of feverfew eaten daily over a period of time reduced the severity and frequency of migraines. Feverfew has potential value in relieving arthritis symptoms. Contraindicated during pregnancy. Perennial in zones 4-10. Germination: 70°F, light required, 10-14 days. Transplant or direct seed. Full sun. 30 in. tall. Remove flower heads before seed forms, otherwise the plant will grow as an annual.
Feverfew
Tanacetum parthenium
Ornamental and Traditional Medicinal
(Chrysanthemum parthenium) Small daisy-like blooms on light-green foliage. Medicinal: Vasodilator and anti-inflammatory. Studies published in the British medical journal Lancet reported that 2-3 fresh leaves of feverfew eaten daily over a period of time reduced the severity and frequency of migraines. Feverfew has potential value in relieving arthritis symptoms. Contraindicated during pregnancy. Perennial in zones 4-10. Germination: 70°F, light required, 10-14 days. Transplant or direct seed. Full sun. 30 in. tall. Remove flower heads before seed forms, otherwise the plant will grow as an annual.
