Yarrow, also known as Milfoil, is a bushy flowering plant that is a member of the sunflower family. One of the oldest utilized plants in human history, Yarrow:
- Can be distilled as an essential oil that has a mellow and earthy aroma.
- Offers aromatherapeutic benefits.
What is Yarrow?
Achillea millefolium, commonly known as Yarrow, is a member of the Asteraceae (sunflower) family. This bushy plant has leaves similar to that of a fern plant and blossoms clusters of small flowers that can be white, pink, or purple. Sometimes referred to as Milfoil, the plant can reach up to three feet high and grows abundantly throughout Europe.
The Latin name for Yarrow, Achillea, comes from the Greek myth of Achilles. According to the myth, Achilles used Yarrow when he wounded his heel and used it frequently throughout his life. Remnants of the plant has been found in ancient Neanderthal burial grounds, making it perhaps one of the oldest utilized plants in human history – steeped in centuries of use across Europe and the Americas.
Yarrow has been used in traditional wellness practices and can also be distilled into an essential oil with aromatherapeutic benefits.**
Yarrow Supplements
Yarrow is widely used as an ingestible supplement in both capsule and liquid form. The plant is also used to distill an essential oil, yielding a mellow and earthy aroma with notes of camphor, moss, and tea. Piping Rock Yarrow Essential Oil is available in ½ oz. bottles.
Directions for Use
Always consult with your trusted healthcare provider prior to adding any supplement to your regimen. There is no set recommended daily allowance for Yarrow supplements. Refer to individual label directions for more information.
