Yarrow
Yarrow is a hardy perennial in the Asteraceae family that can grow up to 90 cm. In summer and autumn, it produces clusters of small white flowers with a touch of pink. The leaves are feathery and aromatic, part of its Latin name millefoilum meaning ‘a thousand leaf’.
Medicinal
Nosebleed, Woundwort some of the other common names for yarrow describe its historical uses.
Yarrow is one of the most well known remedies for fevers, made into a tea it will induce sweats and expel toxins
**Always consult your doctor of a trained herbalist before using any herbs. Yarrow should only be taken in moderation as it may cause skin irritation
History and folklore
Yarrow has been used for a very long time. The Greeks used it to control bleeding. Legend says Achilles used it to heal many of his warriors hence its Latin name Achillia.
The druids used it to divine weather and during Anglo-Saxon times it was said to have a potency against evil
References
Jekka’s Complete Herb Book - Jekka McVicar
