Feverfew - the Medicinal Herb

Feverfew has turned out to be a very pretty plant. This is the second year I've grown it, and it has turned out to be a very showy plant. Tea made from the flowers alleviates migraine headaches. Tea made from the leaves may also be used for migraines as well as menstrual pain. The leaves should be harvested before the flowers begin to form in the spring. The flowers should be harvested before they are fully open. Dry them upside down and store them in glass jars. Feverfew is a short-lived perennial, and it reseeds freely.

The Feverfew in these pictures is located in the Star Garden. I planted some seeds in the Medicine Garden this spring. Feverfew seeds are tiny specs like dust, so buy enough to have a showing.