Achillea millefolium
This easy-to-grow perennial herb has many medicinal properties. Its dissected foliage offers multiple corymbs of small, camphor-scented, white to dark pink flowers.
in bucket, on the fly, in the ground
Sow under cover from March to May, without covering the seed, and keep the soil moist until germination. Transplant in early summer, in soil warmed to 18°C, with sunny exposure. Thin in all directions to 30 cm, or broadcast in the ground when there is no risk of frost.
March, April, May
May, June, July
June, July, August, September
in the ground, in pot
sunny, full sun
clayey, limestone, gravel
sec, drained, poor, fees
Achillea millefolium
500 seeds
White, Pink
fragrance, edible
From 30 to 50 cm
Cut
Also known as "cut herb", Yarrow's close affinity with blood has long been known. The name of the Latin genus "Achillea" refers to the myth of Achilles, wounded in the heel during the siege of Troy, who was told to treat himself with this plant. In addition to its haemostatic and healing qualities, Yarrow is also known for its major role in regulating the female cycle. Its interaction with blood makes it an emmenagogue, useful in cases of amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea or menorrhagia. A depurative, it can also be used in cooking as a condiment in salads or vinaigrettes, as it stimulates digestive gland secretion and soothes the liver. Various pharmacological experiments have demonstrated the anti-ulcer and anti-cancer potential of Yarrow.
