Asteraceae Achillea millefolium L.

Common Yarrow

Micmac - Drug, Diaphoretic

Use documented by:
Wallis, Wilson D., 1922, Medicines Used by the Micmac Indians, American Anthropologist 24:24-30, page 25

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Scientific name: Achillea millefolium L.
USDA symbol: ACMIM2 (View details at USDA PLANTS site)
Common names: Common Yarrow
Family: Asteraceae
Family (APG): Asteraceae
Native American Tribe: Micmac
Use category: Drug
Use sub-category: Diaphoretic
Notes: Decoction of plant taken with milk to cause a sweat for colds.

RECRD: 7513 id: 888

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