Yarrow Herb

Yarrow Herb | Achillea millefolium

The Ancient Botanical of Healing, Protection & Restoration

Revered for centuries in European, Indigenous, and traditional herbal medicine, Yarrow is a celebrated botanical historically valued for wound care, menstrual comfort, digestive wellness, and fever-related discomfort.

Often called Soldier’s Woundwort, Yarrow earned its reputation through its traditional use on minor cuts and wounds. Its aromatic leaves and delicate flowers contain naturally occurring flavonoids, tannins, and other botanical compounds associated with its medicinal heritage.

Traditional Healing Benefits

• Wound Healing: Traditionally applied externally to minor cuts, scrapes, and superficial wounds.
• Minor Bleeding: Historically used as a styptic to help control small amounts of superficial bleeding.
• Menstrual Cramp Relief: Traditionally used to ease painful menstruation, uterine cramping, and pelvic discomfort.
• Menstrual Flow Support: Historically used in preparations intended to regulate menstrual flow, including both heavy and delayed menstruation; these effects are not clinically established.
• Fever & Perspiration: Traditionally used as a diaphoretic to encourage sweating during feverish illnesses.
• Digestive Relief: Valued for occasional indigestion, bloating, gas, and intestinal cramping.
• Inflammatory Comfort: Contains compounds investigated for potential anti-inflammatory activity.
• Circulatory Wellness: Historically included in herbal preparations for circulation and vascular comfort.
• Skin Soothing: Traditionally used in washes and compresses for minor skin irritation.

Botanical Name: Achillea millefolium

Plant Part: Aerial Parts (Leaf, Flower & Stem)

Flavor Profile: Aromatic, earthy, pleasantly bitter, and slightly astringent.

Naturally Caffeine-Free

Rooted in Nature • Made with Intention

Safety: Avoid during pregnancy due to concerns about possible uterine effects. Safety during breastfeeding is not established. Yarrow may cause allergic reactions, especially in individuals sensitive to plants in the Asteraceae family. Consult a healthcare professional before medicinal use, particularly if taking blood-thinning medications. Significant bleeding, deep wounds, or persistent fever require medical care. Most medicinal applications are supported primarily by traditional use rather than strong clinical evidence.