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Pacific yarrow
Scientific Name: Achillea millefolium var. pacifica
Family: Asteraceae
Category: Dicot
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Achillea millefolium: Yarrow
Achillea millefolium, commonly known as yarrow or common yarrow, is a perennial herb with a rich history and diverse uses.
Considerations for Pets
- Yarrow has aromatic, fern-like leaves that are finely divided.
- Leaves are hairy stem leaves clasping.
Considerations for Children
- Yarrow is an aromatic perennial herb
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Achillea millefolium
- Common Names: Yarrow, Common Yarrow, Boreal Yarrow, California Yarrow, Giant Yarrow, Coast Yarrow, Western Yarrow, Pacific Yarrow, White Yarrow
- Family: Asteraceae (also known as Compositae)
- Synonyms: Achillea millefolium L. var. pacifica (Rydb.) G.N. Jones, Achillea millefolium var. californica, Achillea millefolium var. occidentalis (Western yarrow), Achillea millefolium var. rubra
- Taxonomic Rank: Subspecies (var. pacifica)
Distribution and Habitat
- Yarrow is a sturdy, long-lived perennial herb found worldwide in temperate zones.
- It is especially prevalent westward from the Rocky Mountains to the Pacific Coast.
- Specific regions mentioned include Alaska, California, and the Pacific Northwest.
- It grows in abundance across the country, including the Pacific Northwest.
- It is found on the rugged headlands of Oregon’s Boardman State Park overlooking the Pacific Ocean.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- Yarrow is a perennial herb.
- It has fern-like leaves that are finely divided.
- It forms loose clumps.
- The leaves are pinnately divided, alternate, and hairy stem leaves clasping.
- It has colorful blooms that are perfect for cutting and drying.
- White Yarrow grows between 1 to 3 feet tall.
Traditional and Present-Day Uses
- Yarrow is known for its medicinal qualities.
- Many Native People in the Pacific Northwest traditionally used dried yarrow.
- Present-day uses are centered more on external injuries.
- Historically, it had many traditional medicinal uses among several Aboriginal groups.
- It was considered a styptic.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- It is used in combination with arnica tinctures and oils.
- It is mentioned as part of a mixture including arnica and echinacea.
Additional Notes
- The text mentions instances of "Pacific Yarrow" used in the context of fabric design.
- The text mentions Pacific Essences and their unique contribution to the field of energetic healing.