Achillea ageratum
Achillea ageratum, commonly known as Yarrow, is a versatile medicinal herb cherished for its healing properties. Renowned for its ability to staunch bleeding and soothe skin irritations, this resilient plant has been used in traditional medicine for centuries to support wound healing, reduce inflammation, and promote overall wellness.
- Scientific name: Achillea ageratum
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae and the genus Achillea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Achillea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a diverse geographical distribution across several distinct regions of Europe. In Northern Europe, its presence can be documented within Great Britain. Moving into Middle Europe, the species is found in both Belgium and Germany. Its range extends to Southwestern Europe, where it inhabits the Baleares. Additionally, the plant is also located in the island territory of Corse.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Baleares | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Corse | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | France | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Portugal | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Sardegna | WCVP |
| Southwestern Europe | Spain | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Italy | WCVP |
Chemicals
Achillea ageratum has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Artemisyl acetate, artemisia alcohol, beta-sitosterol, santolina alcohol, sitosterol.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Artemisyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| artemisia alcohol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| beta-sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| santolina alcohol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sitosterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| stigmasterol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| yomogi alcohol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Achillea ageratum has 3 reported activities identified across 3 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antibacterial, Antifungal, Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antibacterial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antifungal | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Achillea ageratum has 1 reported medicinal uses identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include edema.
- Total uses
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| edema | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |