- Latin name
- Achillea millefolium
- Element
- water
- Planet
- Venus
- Safe to eat?
- No, not for eating or drinking
How to use it
- Hang a dried bundle over the bed or door
- Place a sprig under your pillow for dreams of love
- Carry a small pouch of flowers for courage
- Add dried flower heads to a wreath
- Lay stems on the altar for divination work
Lore
Its Latin name honours Achilles, who in Greek legend used it to stanch the wounds of his soldiers. Yarrow stalks were used to cast the I Ching, and in British folk custom a leaf under the pillow was said to reveal a future love.
Safety
Daisy family: can cause allergic reactions in people sensitive to ragweed, chamomile or chrysanthemums, and handling may cause skin rashes. Avoid in pregnancy. It may affect blood clotting and can increase sun sensitivity. Toxic to cats, dogs and horses in quantity.
Not for eating or drinking.