Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum morifolium or Chrysanthemum indicum) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) for the treatment of fever and related symptoms. In TCM, chrysanthemum tea is commonly prescribed for its "cooling" properties to help "clear heat" from the body, which often corresponds to fevers, headaches, and sore throats. This use can be traced back centuries, with references found in classical Chinese medical texts such as the "Shennong Bencao Jing" (Divine Farmer’s Materia Medica) and the "Compendium of Materia Medica" by Li Shizhen.

Modern scientific evidence for chrysanthemum’s efficacy in treating fever is limited and not robust. Some in vitro and animal studies suggest that chrysanthemum extracts may have anti-inflammatory and mild antipyretic (fever-reducing) activities, possibly due to flavonoids and other phytochemicals present in the plant. However, clinical trials in humans are lacking, and the quality of available studies is generally low. The observed effects in laboratory settings do not directly translate into reliable, evidence-based recommendations for treating fever in humans.

In summary, while the use of chrysanthemum for fever is deeply rooted in traditional medicine and is still popular in some cultures, scientific validation is minimal. Its primary justification is traditional usage, and its evidence rating is low due to the lack of high-quality clinical research.

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