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Achillea millefolium

Part of the plant used

Part of the plant used

Flower

Major cosmetic applications

Major cosmetic applications

Anti-inflammatory. Sensitive and/or irritated skins. Anti-irritation. Decongestant. Antimicrobial. Antioxidant. Astringent. Seboregulating. Epithelizing.

Inception growing area

Inception growing area

Europe

Traditional uses

Traditional uses

Treat hyperthermia, urinary tract infection, edema (for its diuretic action), dysmenorrhea and dyspepsia.

Curiosities

Curiosities

The genus name Achillea may have been derived from the Achilles of Greek mythology, who was fabled to have had his wounds treated by topical use of the herb.