Feverfew, Certified Organic, Cut & Sifted

Feverfew has a long and storied history in European herbalism — used for centuries as a remedy for head pain, fever, and inflammatory discomfort long before modern herbalists began to take notice. Its common name is a corruption of the Latin febrifuga, meaning "fever reducer," and it was a staple of medieval apothecary gardens across England and Europe. Today it is best known in Western herbalism for its traditional use in supporting head comfort and healthy inflammatory response — and it remains one of the more difficult herbs to source in certified organic form, particularly in a quality cut and sifted preparation.

Our feverfew is certified organic cut and sifted herb — the aerial parts of Tanacetum parthenium, carefully dried and processed to preserve its parthenolide content and volatile oils. Aromatic, slightly bitter, and distinctly herbal. Certified organic and packed to order in small batches.

A note on preparation: Feverfew is traditionally prepared as a tea or tincture. The flavor is notably bitter and aromatic — blending with peppermint, lemon balm, or a touch of honey is recommended for palatability. Feverfew is best used consistently over time as a tonic herb rather than as an acute remedy.

Traditionally Used to Support

• Head comfort and tension relief — feverfew's most celebrated traditional use in Western herbalism; traditionally used to support healthy head comfort and ease tension; one of the most well-known herbs in the European tradition for this purpose
• Healthy inflammatory response — a classic anti-inflammatory herb in the Western tradition; traditionally used to support the body's healthy inflammatory response and promote overall comfort
• Fever and temperature support — the original traditional use from which its common name derives; traditionally used as a febrifuge to support the body's healthy temperature regulation
• Digestive and menstrual comfort — traditionally used in European herbalism to support healthy digestion and ease menstrual discomfort; a classic women's herb in the British herbal tradition
• Circulatory and nervous system support — traditionally used to support healthy circulation and promote calm; a classic herb in formulas for tension and nervous system comfort

How to Use

As a tea: Steep 1–2 teaspoons of cut and sifted feverfew in 8 oz of just-boiled water for 10–15 minutes, covered. Strain and enjoy. The flavor is distinctly bitter and aromatic — blend with peppermint, lemon balm, or chamomile and sweeten with honey to improve palatability.

As a tincture: Feverfew tinctures well in 40–60% alcohol. Use a 1:5 ratio for a standard tincture. Glycerin extraction is also effective for those avoiding alcohol.

Blending: Pairs well with lemon balm and skullcap for tension and nervous system support, meadowsweet for inflammatory comfort, or peppermint and ginger for head comfort formulas.

Storage

Store in an airtight container in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Properly stored, cut and sifted feverfew retains its potency for 1–2 years.

Not recommended during pregnancy — feverfew has traditional use as a uterine stimulant and should be avoided during pregnancy. Those taking blood thinners or antiplatelet medications should consult their healthcare provider before use. May cause mouth sores in some individuals when consumed as fresh herb; dried herb preparations are generally better tolerated.

Certified organic. Cut and sifted aerial parts. No fillers, additives, or artificial ingredients.

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Please consult your healthcare provider before use, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition.