An American and European composite plant (Achillea Millefolium) with very finely dissected leaves and small white corymbed flowers. It has a strong, and somewhat aromatic, odor and taste, and is sometimes used in making beer, or is dried for smoking. Called also milfoil, and nosebleed.
A mild, soothing astringent. Purges skin of deep-rooted impurities and promotes a clear complexion.
A medicinal and culinary herb long associated with the practice of Witchcraft.
A floral essence providing a sense of self-containment and sensitivity; a perennial herb used topically for wounds, as a douche for vaginal irritation, and internally for many conditions, digestive, toothaches, appetite stimulant to name a few.
ubiquitous strong-scented mat-forming Eurasian herb of wasteland, hedgerow or pasture having narrow serrate leaves and small usually white florets; widely naturalized in North America
a broadleaf perennial that grows to form a mat in pastures, waste areas and cultivated field margins
A plant extract that helps soothe the skin.
Moisturizing, softening, and soothing with mild astringency. Also has antibiotic, antiseptic, anti-inflammatory, and healing properties. Constituents include flavonoids, amino acids, sugars and phytosterols.
Pungent herb found in Europe and North America. It has a very strong aroma and is used sparingly in egg dishes, salads and soups.
Is used in the treatment of musculo-skeletal, hoof and foot problems in horses, and is considered to have anti-inflammatory compounds.
(Achillea Millefolium) For centuries Yarrow has been used to stop bleeding both internally and externally. Yarrow, a member of the sunflower family, contains an alkaloid principle called achillein, as well as some tannin and fairly high amounts of selenium, potassium, vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, vitamin F, and vitamin K. Having a variety of effects on the body, Yarrow is known to alleviate inflammation, reduce fevers, stimulate the appetite and encourage sweating, expelling toxins from the body. Yarrow's astringent properties are especially helpful in stopping nosebleeds, excessive menstruation and diarrhea. Yarrow is also known for relieving muscle spasms, arthritis, and easing digestion.
Exhibits anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, astringent, bitter, diaphoretic, diuretic, hepatic and hypotensive properties. Standard remedy for helping the body to deal with fevers. Stimulates digestion and tones blood vessels. Considered to be a specific in thrombotic conditions associated with hypertension
Part of the LevensESSENTIE 23 herb extract. Used to stimulate and tone. It is an antiseptic and used for its astringent action.
Yarrow is a great diaphoretic as is a known remedy for fever reduction. It lowers blood pressure, stimulates digestion, and tones blood vessels. As a urinary antiseptic it is indicated in infections such as cystitis. Used externally it will aid in the healing of wounds. Its actions include: diaphoretic, hypotensive, astringent, anti-inflammatory, diuretic, anti-microbial, bitter, and hepatic.
(Achillea millefolium L.). Tisane for colds, fever, indigestion, gastric inflammation and internal bleeding; expectorant, diaphoretic. Over 100 biologically active compounds have been identified in Yarrow. Large or frequent doses may be harmful; contains thujone, considered toxic.
Yarrow has also been used as a food, and was very popular as a vegetable in the 17th century. The younger leaves are said to be a pleasant leaf vegetable when cooked as spinach, or in a soup. Yarrow is sweet with a slight bitter taste.
