Yarrow
Achillea millefolium
also known as Soldier's woundwort, Milfoil, Nosebleed plant
Moderate (traditional)
A feathery field herb traditionally used to stop minor bleeding, support wound healing, and ease fevers — used by humans for over 60,000 years.
- Stops minor bleeding topically
- Supports wound healing
- Diaphoretic — supports fever response (sweating)
- Mild digestive bitter
- Eases menstrual cramps in some traditions
- Used by Achilles in Greek mythology — hence the name
- Found in Neanderthal grave at Shanidar
Active in Achilleine, Flavonoids, Volatile oils (azulene, camphor), Sesquiterpene lactones.
Possible cross-reactivity with Asteraceae allergy
Avoid medicinal doses in pregnancy
Use caution with blood thinners
Photosensitivity possible
Contains small amount of thujone
Memorial Sloan Kettering About Herbs · EMA Herbal Medicinal Product Monographs · American Botanical Council HerbMedPro
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