Yarrow (Milfèy)
Achillea millefolium · Asteraceae
A crossing plant — kept in both Haitian & Caribbean and Adriatic & Balkan traditions. Two shores, one root.
Yarrow
Milfèy
Millefeuille
Achillea millefolium
Stolisnik / Hajdučka trava
Asteraceae
Traditionally used
Yarrow has been traditionally used as a powerful wound healer and bleeding stopper, earning it the name 'soldier's woundwort.' It also supports digestive health, eases menstrual cramps, and helps reduce fever and inflammation throughout the body.
On the Adriatic shore
Čaj od stolisnika: 1–2 žlice sušene trave na 250 ml, 10 min. Za grčeve, nadutost, menstrualne bolove. Oblozi za rane.
Prepared as
Prepare as a hot infusion using 1-2 teaspoons of dried leaves and flowers steeped in boiling water for 10-15 minutes. For wounds, fresh leaves can be crushed and applied directly as a poultice.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Milfèy yo te konn sèvi ak li kòm yon gerizon ki gen anpil fòs ak yon bagay ki fè san an kanpe koulye, sa ki fè yo rele l 'zèb sòlda yo.' Li ede dijèsyon an tou, li kalme doulè règ yo, epi li ede diminye lafyèv ak enflamasyon nan tout kò a.
Français — La millefeuille est traditionnellement utilisée comme un puissant cicatrisant et hémostatique, lui valant le nom d'« herbe aux charpentiers ». Elle soutient aussi la santé digestive, soulage les crampes menstruelles, et aide à réduire la fièvre et l'inflammation dans tout le corps.
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Sources & lineage
EMA Achilleae millefolii herba; PMC8138454; Yarrow Medicinal PDF (METIS museum)
Kept alongside