What is Boneset (Eupatorium Perfoliatum)?
Boneset ( Eupatorium perfoliatum ) is native to eastern North America and was used by Native Americans to treat fevers, including dengue fever and malaria. Today, boneset is used primarily in homeopathic medicine for fevers, influenza, digestive problems, and liver disorders. Products containing boneset have been placed in the “Herbs of Undefined Safety” category by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).