Achillea
Achillea, commonly known as yarrow, is a resilient perennial herb celebrated for centuries in traditional medicine. Renowned for its feathery foliage and flat-topped flower clusters, it possesses potent anti-inflammatory and wound-healing properties. This versatile botanical remains a staple in herbalism for supporting skin health and digestive wellness.
- Scientific name: Achillea
- 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 widespread presence across several regions within Northern Europe. It can be found growing naturally in the landscapes of Denmark and Finland. The species also extends its reach to the remote islands of Føroyar and Iceland. Additionally, its geographical range encompasses the diverse terrains of Great Britain. Together, these locations highlight the plant's significant distribution throughout the northern latitudes.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Føroyar | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Iceland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
Chemicals
Achillea has 7 reported phytochemicals identified across 7 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumarins, flavonoids, monoterpenes, sesquiterpenes, sterols.
- Total chemicals
- 7
- Scientific sources
- 7
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumarins | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flavonoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| monoterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sesquiterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sterols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| terpenoids | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| triterpenes | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Achillea has 4 reported activities identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Diuretic, Emmenagogue, Sedative, Tonic.
- Total activities
- 4
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Diuretic | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Emmenagogue | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Tonic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Achillea has 9 reported medicinal uses identified across 10 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include inflammation, breast-feedings, dyspepsia, flatulence, hay fever.
- Total uses
- 9
- Scientific sources
- 10
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| inflammation | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| breast-feedings | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| dyspepsia | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| flatulence | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hay fever | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| headache | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| hemorrhoid | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wound healing | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| wounds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |