Yarrow (Achillea millefolium)

Yarrow — Achillea millefolium. A traditional European apothecary herb, valued for centuries in botanical folklore and household herbal practice. Traditionally associated with digestive infusions, seasonal herbal teas and external skin preparations. An astringent is a substance that helps tighten tissues; a diaphoretic is traditionally associated with perspiration. Ways to use: herbal infusions, botanical blends, herbal baths and external preparations. Carefully selected from a specialist organic botanical supplier and hand-packed in small batches by Hearthwise Herbals. Traditional correspondences: Venus · Taurus · Earth. Energetics: cooling, drying. 50 g dried botanical.