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Achillea millefolium

Asteraceae (formerly Compositae)

Yarrow, bloodwort, nosebleed
Yarrow, bloodwort, nosebleed

antibacterial

anti-inflammatory

antimicrobial

antiseptic

antispasmodic

antiviral

astringent

cholagogue

diaphoretic

diuretic

emmenagogue

expectorant

hemostatic

hpatic

sedative

skin rejuvenating

stimulant

stomachic

styptic

vulnerary


  • Bleeding

  • Skin infections

  • Cold & flu symptoms (coughs, bronchitis, fevers)

  • Kidney disorders

  • Nosebleeds

  • Diabetes support

  • Gastrointestinal support


  • Contraindications during pregnancy and breastfeeding are debated between publication sources

  • Essential oil contains thujone

    • Can contribute to thujone toxicity and theoretically should be avoided when using Oakmoss (Evernia prunastri), cedar (Thuja occidentalis), wormwood (Artemisia absinthium), sage (Salvia officinalis), and Tansy (Tanacetum vulgare)

  • Excessive doses may interfere with:

    • hypo- and hypertensive therapies

    • diuretic effects

    • anticoagulants


Essential oil should be avoided by those diagnosed with asthma.


  • Volatile oil (azulene, cineol, borneol, and others)

  • Bitter Alkaloids

    • Achillein

    • Achilleic acid

  • Tannins

  • Minerals

    • Copper Nitrates

    • Phosphates

    • Potassium

    • Potash


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