Tansy is the common name of Tanacetum vulgare species, from Compositae family.
Also known as: common tansy, bitter buttons, golden buttons.
A flowering tansy
Image credit: Carl E Lewis
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Features of Tansy
dark-green, pinnate, scented, toothed leaf.
clustered, round, yellow flower.
Growing Tansy
Propagate »
- by root division during spring and autumn.
- by seed during spring.
Using Tansy
Household
Dye
Boil to make a yellow dye. (Use flower)
Gardening
Grow as a companion plant to repel aphids and other insects.
Repellent
Add to sachets or hang indoors to repel insects. (Use leaf)
Medicinal
Medicine
Used in the past to expel worms. Rarely use today due to its toxicity. (Use leaf)
Traditional Remedies
Traditional remedies may or may not be supported by scientific evidences.
Cautions
- Poison » Tansy is toxic, and not usually recommended for medicinal uses.
- Conditions » Do not use during pregnancy.
- Please consult with your doctor before using tansy for health related purposes.
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