Butterbur it turns out is a medicinal herb used to treat all kinds of illnesses. Some of the most impressive health benefits include its ability to reduce fevers, prevent and treat migraines, eliminate spasms, soothe pain, calm allergic reactions, lower inflammation, and clear out the respiratory tracts.

Butterbur is the common name of a creeping ground plant that has its own genus, Petasites. Although related to sunflowers, they have a very different structure and a unique combination of chemicals that make the plant highly sought after. From the rhizomes, leaves, and stems of this plant, certain alkaloids and other chemical compounds can be extracted, which can be used for a wide variety of health conditions. It has been used for more than two millennia and can be found on three continents, including Europe, North America, and various parts of northern Asia.