Feverfew is a compositae plant found growing in every hedgerow with numerous small daisy-like heads. Recently, feverfew has been hailed as a "cure" for migraines. In the past, the herb was also used for headaches, but it was largely applied externally as it was thought too bitter to be taken internally. It was also popularly taken by women to expel the placenta after birth and for various womb disorders.

Fresh Traditionally used as a prophylactic against migraines, one leaf can be eaten daily.

Infusion Made from 1oz of the herb to a pint of boiling water it is traditionally drunk as a weak infusion after childbirth to encourage cleansing and tonifying of the uterus; also for period pain associated with sluggish flow.

An infusion of flowers made with boiling water and allowed to cool, will allay sensitiveness to pain in a highly nervous subject, or someone suffering from earache, or rheumatic person.

Tincture Take 5 – 10 drops every 30 minutes at the onset of a migraine; it is traditionally used for "cold" type migraines, involving tightening of the cerebral blood vessels and eased by applying a hot towel to the head. It can also be useful if bitten by an insect.

Decoction A decoction with sugar or honey is traditionally good for coughs, wheezing and difficult breathing.

Mouth ulcers are a common side effect of eating fresh leaves. The herb should be avoided by patients taking warfarin or other blood-thinning drugs, as it can affect clotting rates.