Achillea grandifolia
Achillea grandifolia, commonly known as large-leaf yarrow, is a resilient perennial celebrated for its diverse therapeutic properties. Renowned for its ability to support wound healing and reduce inflammation, this botanical powerhouse has long been used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues and promote overall systemic wellness and vitality.
- Scientific name: Achillea grandifolia
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and class Equisetopsida. As a member of the subclass Magnoliidae and order Asterales, it falls under the family Asteraceae. Finally, it is identified by its genus name, 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 broad presence across several distinct regions of the European continent. In Middle Europe, it can be found growing within the borders of Germany. Its distribution extends significantly into Southeastern Europe, where it inhabits the landscapes of Albania and Bulgaria. Furthermore, the species is widely established throughout the diverse terrain of Greece. Finally, the plant is also located in the European portion of Türkiye.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Albania | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Bulgaria | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Greece | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | Türkiye-in-Europe | WCVP |
| Southeastern Europe | NW. Balkan Pen. | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Achillea grandifolia has 11 reported phytochemicals identified across 14 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ascaridole, borneol, camphor, (Z)-jasmone, 1,8-cineole.
- Total chemicals
- 11
- Scientific sources
- 14
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| ascaridole | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| borneol | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphor | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| (Z)-jasmone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| 1,8-cineole | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-thujone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| bornyl acetate | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| camphene | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cis-jasmone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| cis-thujone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Achillea grandifolia has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antioxidant.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Achillea grandifolia has 4 reported medicinal uses identified across 4 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include abdominal pains, diarrhea, flatulence, wound healing.
- Total uses
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 4
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| abdominal pains | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| diarrhea | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flatulence | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |