Asteraceae Achillea millefolium L.
Common Yarrow
Mendocino Indian - Drug, Analgesic
Use documented by:
Chestnut, V. K., 1902, Plants Used by the Indians of Mendocino County, California, Contributions from the U.S. National Herbarium 7:295-408., page 391
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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: Mendocino Indian
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Analgesic
Notes: Infusion of leaves and flowers taken for headaches.
RECRD: 80344 id: 875