Asteraceae Achillea millefolium L.
Common Yarrow
Iroquois - Drug, Venereal Aid
Use documented by:
Herrick, James William, 1977, Iroquois Medical Botany, State University of New York, Albany, PhD Thesis, page 471
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Achillea millefolium L.
Scientific name: Achillea millefolium L.
USDA symbol: ACMIM2 (
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Common names: Common Yarrow
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Iroquois
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Venereal Aid
Notes: Decoction of plant tops used as a wash on parts affected by gonorrhea.
RECRD: 80325 id: 842