feverfew

noun fe·ver·few \ ˈfē-vər-ˌfyü \

|Updated on: 3 Jul 2018

Definition of feverfew

: a perennial European composite (see ¹composite 1b) herb (Tanacetum parthenium synonym Chrysanthemum parthenium) that has small white daisylike flowers with yellow centers, is sometimes cultivated as an ornamental, has become naturalized through much of North America, and has been used in herbal medicine to treat a variety of conditions (such as fever, migraine headaches, and menstrual cramps)

Recent Examples of feverfew from the Web

Allison plans on bringing fo-ti, which some believe provides anti-cancer benefits; feverfew, commonly used to prevent migraine headaches; California poppy, which some say helps with insomnia; and hoja santa, a staple in Mexican cuisine.

— lisa boone, latimes.com, "Share white sage, lemon verbena, mint and more at this L.A. herb swap," 20 June 2018
In the evening, use a gentle, non-foaming cleanser that contains anti-inflammatory ingredients such as argan oil, green tea, feverfew and aloe.

— dr. leslie baumann, miamiherald, "How to choose a skin cleanser," 18 June 2018
Here Nan grows rosemary, lavender, fennel, feverfew and poppies, along with food.

— valerie easton, The Seattle Times, "Meandering gardens and a flock of sheep are part of the charm at this Whidbey Island farm," 12 Apr. 2017

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