Yarrow Flowers ORGANIC (Achillea millefolium) Dried Herb FREE SHIPPING 1oz - 1lb

Description

Yarrow is a popular use in skin healing salves aimed at dry skin, rashes, and eczema. Often used in recipes as a first line herb for wounds. Traditionally used to staunch bleeding and break fevers; has antimicrobial properties.
Popular flu tea recipe: Peppermint, yarrow, and elderflower
Yarrow’s botanical name, Achillea millefolium, originates from the legend of Achilles who reputedly distributed the plant to wounded soldiers at risk from blood loss. The plant was used by Native American tribes for skin complaints, and the Zuni chewed the flowers prior to eating or walking over fire. Today, the herb is dried for use in floral crafts and to make tinctures, infused oils and salves. Traditionally, yarrow flowers are used topically in poultices and skin washes. The flowers are also used in teas.
Uses:
- Infuse in oil to make yarrow infused oil
- Include in lotions, creams, tonics, salves, ointments, and cosmetics
- Use in tea blends
- Use in tinctures
Origin: Europe
Active compounds: Azulene, cineole, plant sterols, saponins
Other names: Old man's pepper, devil's nettle, nosebleed plant, sanguinary, soldier's woundwort
Storage: Store in a sealed container in a cool, dark place.
Safety: People with an allergy to plants in the ragweed family may have an adverse reaction to yarrow.
The information contained in this listing is intended for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for advice, diagnosis or treatment by a licensed physician. It is not meant to cover all possible precautions, drug interactions, circumstances or adverse effects. You should seek prompt medical care for any health issues and consult your doctor before using alternative medicine or making a change to your regimen.
Packaged in a resealable plastic bag.