butterbur

/ˈbʌtərbər/

Definitions

1. noun

A perennial plant (Petasites hybridus) whose leaves and roots have been used in herbal medicine to treat headaches and other conditions, and also to reduce inflammation.

“The herbalist recommended a tea made from the leaves of butterbur to alleviate the patient’s migraines.”

Synonyms

  • petasites
  • petasites hybridus

Antonyms

  • inflammagenic agent