Yarrow | Achillea millefolium
A versatile healing herb, Yarrow reduces bleeding, lowers blood pressure, and relieves cramps. Traditionally used for wounds, fevers, and digestive issues, it supports wound healing, improves circulation, and soothes inflammation.
Benefits & Uses
Bleeding & wounds: Flowers and leaves stop bleeding internally and externally; useful for cuts, ulcers, and emergencies.
Fever & infections: Diaphoretic action induces sweating, helping to break fevers and support immune response in respiratory infections.
Stings & bites: Topical application relieves pain and itching from ant, bee, and wasp stings.
Urinary support: Diuretic and astringent properties aid the urinary tract and support kidney function.
Menstrual health: Antispasmodic and astringent effects ease cramps and regulate menstrual flow.
Blood pressure: Traditionally used to help regulate hypertension.
Root use: Works as a local anesthetic for dental pain and mouth sores.
Form & Dosage
Tincture: ¼–1 tsp, 2–3 times daily.
Powder: 1–2 rounded tsp, 2–3 times daily.
Tea/infusion: Flowers and leaves steeped in hot water for fevers, colds, or menstrual support.
Topical use: Poultice, salve, or tincture applied directly to wounds, bites, or stings.
Root: Applied directly or infused for mouth and dental pain.
Parts Used
Flowering tops, aerial parts and root.
Precautions
Pregnancy & Lactation: Avoid use; may stimulate uterine contractions.
Drug Interactions: Do not combine with anticoagulants, antiplatelets, sedatives, blood pressure, or mental health medications.
Identification Warning: Wild white umbel plants (such as Poison Hemlock and Water Hemlock) can be deadly—correct identification is essential.
For more detailed information about the different ways to take herbs, consider taking a course at the HomeGrown Herbalist Online School of Botanical Medicine.
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