Botanical name: Tanacetum parthenium L.
Other name: Bachelor’s Buttons, Maids, Manzanilla, and Wild Chamomile.
Feverfew Extract, scientifically known as Parthenolide and also referred to as fever chrysanthemum, holds historical significance as an early perennial in Europe. This dwarf perennial herb belongs to the Compositae family and has European origins. Recent studies by U.S. researchers have revealed that the plant extract parthenolide possesses the ability to eliminate acute leukemia cells, showcasing its potential as a valuable aid in the development of leukemia drugs.
Medicinal Uses:
- Treatment of fevers
- Migraine headaches
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Stomach aches
- Toothaches
- Insect bites
- Infertility and problems with menstruation
- Labor during childbirth
