Herbal Remedies by Symptom
Migraine — Medicinal Plants & Herbal Remedies
The Omnia Sana plant database documents 2 medicinal plants traditionally used for migraine. Each is rated by strength of evidence and linked to its full monograph and cited scientific sources.
ButterburPetasites hybridus
Traditional use
Migraine prophylaxis (reduces attack frequency; up to ~60% reduction vs placebo in a randomised controlled trial of a standardised CO2 root extract)
FeverfewTanacetum parthenium
Traditional use
Migraine prophylaxis - reduces attack frequency (evidence favourable for some standardised preparations, though mixed); parthenolide is identified as the component responsible for the antimigraine effect in animal models
Educational information compiled from the Omnia Sana plant database. Not medical advice — always consult a qualified practitioner before using medicinal plants.