| Description | Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium) Produces a large amount of small white daisy-like flowers with a yellow center. A short lived perennial many times treat as an annual. |
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| Pronunciation | (tan-a-SEE-tum)(par-THE-ni-um) |
| Plant Type | Annuals, Perennials Hardy, Site author's observations, Short lived perennials |
| Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average |
| Soil & Site | average |
| Temperature | prefers cooler climates |
| Flowers | 3/4 inch daisy-like flowers, petals are ray flowers, yellow center, mid to late summer |
| Fruit | achene |
| Leaves | alternate, pinnately lobed, fern-like, pungent scent when crushed |
| Dimensions | about 2 feet, space 18-24 inches |
| Maintenance | cut back after it flowers, reseeds in the garden |
| Propagation | easy from seed or divisions, also from cuttings |
| Misc Facts | The name "Feverfew" stems from the Latin word febrifugia, “fever reducer.” Feverfew has been prescribed for “all hot inflammations.” Also known as “featherfew,” because of its feathery leaves. Feverfew herb has a long history of use in traditional and folk medicine. SYN: Chrysanthemum parthenium, Matricaria parthenium, Pyrethrum parthenium |
| Author's Notes | When I grew this plant in my nursery it was a short lived perennial. Maybe last two years. Would reseed in the nursery beds. |
| Notes & Reference | #40-Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills) |
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