Yarrow
Latin Name: Achillea millefolium
Family: Compositae
Description
This aromatic perennial is closely associated with Divination, giving rise to sayings and verses in many parts of the world. In China, yarrow stalks are used in consulting the I Chin (book of changes).
Over 40 different constituents have been isolated from yarrow, these include an essential oil, which contains anti-inflammatory azulene. Achillea was named after Achilles, who reputedly used it to heal his soldiers wounds after the siege of Troy.
Yarrow is native to Europe and Western Asia and also widely naturalized in North America, Australia, and New Zealand. It has tough stems, feathery leaves and white to pink flowres that appear from early summer to late autumn. It makes an attractive border plant with long-lived flowers.
Ailments / Situations Where Used
Yarrow has aromatic, bitter, and astringent properties that reduce inflammation, increase perspiration, relieve indigestion, and has diuretic effects. It is also effective in lowering blood pressure, relaxing spasms, and arresting hemorrhage.
Yarrow, Field
Yarrow is used internally to treat feverish illnesses such as the common cold and influenza. It is also useful for digestive problems, rheumatism, arthritis, and hypertension. Yarrow has been found to protect against thrombosis after stroke or heart attack.
Source
Aerial parts.
Preparations
Infusion: Add 1 to 2 teaspoons to one cup boiling water. Drink twice daily, as hot as possible.
Tincture: Take 20 to 80 drops twice daily.
Yarrow works well when combined with elder flower, peppermint, boneset, cayenne, and ginger for fever, hawthorn and mistletoe for high blood pressure, and chamomile for digestive problems.
Contraindications / Precautions / Warnings
Prolonged use of yarrow may cause allergic rashes and make the skin more sensitive to sunlight.
Ailment / Situation Listing
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