1. Plural of feverweed; any of various plants traditionally used to treat or reduce fever, especially plants of the genus Eryngium or similar herbaceous plants with medicinal properties.
Usage: Usually used in plural form; Chiefly botanical or folk medicine contexts

Examples

• The herbalist gathered feverweeds from the garden to prepare a traditional remedy.
• Several feverweeds grow wild in the meadow during summer.
• Colonial settlers relied on feverweeds to treat common illnesses.
• The old recipe called for dried feverweeds steeped in hot water.
• Feverweeds were among the most valued plants in the apothecary's collection.