The name 'Achillea' has mythological origin and comes from Achilles, which cured and healed the wounds in Teleforo, king of Mycenae. The plant, in fact, was known for its healing properties and was sought by swordsmen and warriors. The yarrow grows in grassy places, in the fields and along the roads.
Many people still use yarrow to make an herbal tea to calm intestinal pain, and to regulate the menstrual phase. You can use the yarrow to treat minor wounds, abrasions and rashes. As for internal uses, yarrow is benifical to stimulate the digestive processes, for menstrual pain and nervous excitement. An infusion is obtained by placing a handful of yarrow in a cup of water and should be drunk twice a day. In Salerno area, traditional cuisine still uses the leaves of yarrow for slightly bitter and spicy taste, to gain flavor for salads and to make more delicate and tasty omelettes. The flowers are used to prepare excellent pancakes.Notes
La Flora Officinale nel Parco Nazionale del Cilento e Vallo di Diano
Regione Campania, 2001 "Schede monografiche delle principali essenze officinali coltivate e spontanee" opuscolo divulgativo