Common Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare L.)

Common tansy is a perennial herbaceous plant from the daisy family (Asteraceae, traditionally Compositae). The species is botanically accepted as Tanacetum vulgare L., while Chrysanthemum vulgare (L.) Bernh. is listed as a synonym. ,

The plant develops a short rhizome, upright stems and alternate, deeply divided dark green leaves. The flower heads are golden yellow, composed only of tubular florets and arranged in flat-topped clusters. Common tansy has a strong camphor-like odour and is used as a specific raw material for professional herbal formulations, external applications and botanical extract products. ,

Basic Information

• Latin name: Tanacetum vulgare L.
• Synonym: Chrysanthemum vulgare (L.) Bernh.
• Parts used: herb (Herba Tanaceti), flower heads (Flores Tanaceti)
• Origin: Bulgaria
• Raw material type: wild-harvested
• Harvest period: June – August

Raw Material Characteristics

The herb is collected during flowering by cutting the upper leafy parts. The flower heads are harvested at the beginning of flowering and dried carefully to preserve their yellow colour, characteristic odour and overall quality.

Chemical Composition

Common tansy contains mainly essential oil, thujone, camphor, borneol, flavonoids, tannins, bitter compounds and phenolic compounds. ,

Suitable for the Production of

• professional herbal formulations
• botanical extracts
• external formulations
• specialised plant-based applications
• natural repellent products
• veterinary botanical formulations
• herbal powders

Medicinal Properties and Effects on the Body

Common tansy has the following properties:

• antimicrobial
• anti-inflammatory
• spasmolytic
• bitter-tonic
• traditionally described anthelmintic action
• repellent

aromatic profile

Important Notice

Common tansy contains thujone and other active compounds in its essential oil. The plant is potentially toxic if used incorrectly and is not suitable for self-use or uncontrolled internal use. The raw material should be used only in professional formulations with proper assessment of concentration, intended use and safety. ,

Forms Available

• common tansy herb (Herba Tanaceti) – whole dried, crushed, cut to custom size, or powdered
• common tansy flower heads (Flores Tanaceti) – whole dried, crushed, cut to custom size, or powdered

Quality and Documentation

Upon request, a Certificate of Analysis (COA), technical documentation and additional documents may be provided.

Inquiry

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