Feverfew ( Tanacetum Parthenium ) 1L Container

**Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium)**
Feverfew has been used since ancient Greek and Roman times for fevers, headaches, and inflammatory conditions. Its name reflects its historical role in “driving out fevers,” while it has long been valued as a remedy for **head pain, hot conditions, and excessive tension** in the body.

Herbally, Feverfew is a **vascular tonic, anti-inflammatory, bitter, and nervine**. It improves circulation, clears excess heat from the blood, and reduces **migraines, headaches, and fevers**. As a bitter herb, it also stimulates **digestion and liver function**, helping the body process heat, tension, and stagnation from within. Its key constituents — **sesquiterpene lactones (notably parthenolide), flavonoids, and volatile oils** — contribute to its **anti-inflammatory and vasodilatory actions**.

Energetically, Feverfew is a **Fire herb**, but one that **balances excess fire** rather than fueling it. By moving and cooling blood flow, it clears heat and inflammation from the head and body. Its bitter taste grounds fiery excess into the digestive system, stimulating liver function and aiding in the dispersal of excess energy and stagnation.

Astrologically, Feverfew resonates with **Mars**, the fiery planet of energy, drive, and blood. Its action on circulation and inflammation shows its martial nature, but rather than inflaming, it redirects and calms that excess drive. Paired with **Aries**, which rules the **head, brain, and upper circulation**, Feverfew shines as a classic remedy for **migraines, tension headaches, and overheated conditions of the blood**. Through its bitter, digestive-tonic action, it also reflects Mars’ role in stimulating metabolism while preventing fiery excess from overwhelming the system.

On an emotional and spiritual level, Feverfew helps to **cool the fires of frustration, anger, and tension** that build up in the mind and body. It is particularly useful when excess Mars/Aries energy manifests as **irritability, stress, or “heat rising to the head.”** By grounding fire into the digestive system and dispersing it through circulation, Feverfew supports greater **clarity, calmness, and emotional balance**.

Feverfew is a **perennial plant**, with leaves harvested during the growing season and used fresh or dried for teas, tinctures, or capsules.

⚠ **Cautions:** Not for use in pregnancy. May cause mouth irritation in sensitive individuals. Avoid if allergic to plants in the daisy family.