{"product_id":"feverfew-herb","title":"Feverfew Herb (Tanacetum parthenium) — Bulk Dried Herb","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFeverfew Herb \u003cem\u003e(Tanacetum parthenium)\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeverfew is a cheerful, daisy-like perennial of the chrysanthemum family whose bright white flowers and deeply aromatic, feathery leaves have made it a beloved fixture of cottage gardens and physic gardens across Europe for centuries. Despite its delicate appearance, Feverfew has one of the most robust and well-documented histories of any European botanical, appearing in classical Greek texts, medieval herbals, and contemporary botanical research alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur Feverfew is certified organic, cut and sifted from the aerial parts harvested at peak flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBotanical Profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tanacetum parthenium (syn. 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It is a short-lived perennial or biennial that grows to about 60 cm, producing deeply lobed, yellowish-green leaves with a distinctive strong aroma and clusters of small daisy-like flowers with white ray petals and yellow disc centers. The plant self-seeds prolifically and has naturalized in disturbed soils, roadsides, and garden borders worldwide. Its species name \u003cem\u003eparthenium\u003c\/em\u003e is derived from the Greek \u003cem\u003eparthenos\u003c\/em\u003e (virgin), and the plant is associated in classical legend with saving the life of a worker who fell from the Parthenon during its construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTraditional Context\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeverfew has been documented in European botanical literature since the time of Dioscorides, who described it in his \u003cem\u003eDe Materia Medica\u003c\/em\u003e. It appears in the writings of John Gerard, Nicholas Culpeper, and numerous other European herbalists. It was a staple of medieval European monastic medicine and cottage herbalism, and experienced a significant revival of interest in the late 20th century when it became one of the most studied botanicals in contemporary Western herbalism.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuggested Preparations\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInfusions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Steep 1 teaspoon of dried herb in hot water for 10 minutes (note: very bitter)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTinctures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-suited for alcohol extraction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh Leaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditionally eaten fresh (1–3 leaves) in a sandwich to mask the bitterness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerbal Blends:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pairs with Meadowsweet and Willow Bark in traditional Western formulas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eQuality \u0026amp; Sourcing\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Certified Organic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Identity Verified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Ethically Sourced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ Small Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✓ No Additives or Fillers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStorage\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore in an airtight container in a cool, dark, dry place. Properly stored, dried Feverfew maintains its quality for 1–2 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eA Note on Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is sold as a botanical ingredient for educational and traditional use. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Not recommended during pregnancy. Those with allergies to plants in the Asteraceae family should use with caution. Consult a qualified healthcare practitioner before use if you are nursing, taking medications, or have a health condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEvery purchase supports Twin Dragons Botanical Institute’s mission of botanical conservation, responsible sourcing, and the preservation of plant knowledge for future generations.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51584055836971,"sku":"SQ1604508","price":5.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/3333\/0731\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_3610ae24-80f6-44e1-8c4a-006bfbddb16e.png?v=1764895618","url":"https:\/\/twin-dragons.com\/products\/feverfew-herb","provider":"Twin Dragons Botanical Institute","version":"1.0","type":"link"}