Achillea millefolium
Achillea millefolium
Achillea millefolium (pronunciation: \ə-ˌki-lē-ə-ˌmi-lē-ˈfō-lē-əm\), commonly known as yarrow or common yarrow, is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere in Asia, Europe, and North America.
Etymology
The genus name Achillea is derived from mythical Greek character, Achilles, who reportedly carried it with his soldiers to treat battle wounds. This medicinal use is reflected in the common name Soldier's Woundwort. The species name millefolium means 'of a thousand leaves' in Latin, referring to its highly segmented leaves.
Description
Achillea millefolium is a herbaceous plant with showy white, pink or reddish flowers. The plant typically grows from 20 to 100 cm tall. The leaves are evenly distributed along the stem, with the leaves near the middle and bottom of the stem being the largest. The leaves have varying degrees of hairiness (pubescence).
Medicinal Uses
Historically, Achillea millefolium has been used for its wound healing, anti-inflammatory, and antiseptic properties. It is also used in traditional medicine for ailments such as fevers, digestive disorders, and to lessen menstrual bleeding.
Related Terms
- Asteraceae: The family to which Achillea millefolium belongs.
- Medicinal Plants: Plants used in traditional medicine practices.
- Herbaceous Plant: A plant that has leaves and stems that die down at the end of the growing season to the soil level.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Achillea millefolium
- Wikipedia's article - Achillea millefolium
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