Yarrow herb

Achillea millefolium L.

Description

Flower of the European pastures named after the mythical Achilles who used it in the Iliad to heal his wounds. Beneficial for herds and humans, it aids digestion, the well-being of the respiratory tract and liver, and assists the menstrual cycle.

Family

Asteraceae

Origin

POLONIA – ALBANIA – SERBIA

Active Principles

Camphor, Sabinene, Procamazulenes, Monoterpenes, Eugenol, Sesquiterpene lactones, Flavonoids, Achillein, Phenolic acids

Curiosity

Called ‘thousand-leaf’ because of the numerous leaflet sections made up of characteristic small segments.

Contraindications

Promotes gastric secretion, not suitable for gastritis and duodenal ulcers. Topical use may cause topical dermatitis due to sensitisation by sesquiterpene lactones. In the absence of data, consumption during pregnancy and lactation is not recommended.
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