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Achillea

Achillea

9.9
A group of plants like yarrow with small flower clusters and scented leaves
  • noun
  • /əˈkɪliə/
  • Specialized
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  • Achillea yarrow

That's why we have the Achillea, not from the Homer, from the Latin version.

Examples

  • That's why we have the Achillea, not from the Homer, from the Latin version.

    Danny Jones

  • The common yarrow, Achillea millefolium, is known for its ability to thrive in various soil types.

  • Lemon-yellow Achillea plants bloom vibrantly in the summer garden, attracting many bees and butterflies.

  • In my herb garden, I grow several varieties of Achillea, including the popular white and yellow yarrow.

Compounds

Achillea millefolium
  • Specialized
9.5

A common meadow herb with a strong smell, feathery leaves and flat clusters of small white or pink flowers

Achillea ptarmica
  • Specialized
9.9

A herb with small white button flowers and grey-green leaves that can cause sneezing when powdered

Surface Forms

Achillea singular
Achilleas plural

Etymology

Achillea gets its name from the Greek hero Achilles, because stories say he used the plant yarrow to 'heal' soldiers' cuts and wounds. So, the name helps you remember that Achillea is a group of scented, healing herbs like yarrow that people have used in traditional medicine.