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yarrow

Scientific Name: Achillea

Family: Asteraceae

Category: Dicot

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Achillea millefolium - Yarrow

Achillea millefolium, commonly known as yarrow or common yarrow, is a flowering plant belonging to the Asteraceae family. Cultivated forms are often grown in wildflower gardens and used for cutting and drying, making them a popular choice for mixed or herbaceous borders.

Considerations for Pets

  • The plant has fern-like leaves.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Achillea millefolium
  • Common Names: Yarrow, Common Yarrow
  • Family: Asteraceae

Distribution and Habitat

  • Yarrow originates from Europe and has adapted to regions of North America and other temperate regions.
  • It is a perennial native to meadows, pastures, banks, hedgerows and waysides, and is very common in Britain. It has been recorded up to 3,980 ft.

Morphological Characteristics

  • Yarrow is a hardy perennial with showy flower heads composed of many tiny, tightly-packed flowers.
  • It has fern-like leaves that are often aromatic.

Traditional Uses

  • Herbal healing traditions use yarrow to treat conditions characterized by swelling.
  • The herb is taken internally to treat colds, fevers, and indigestion.