Category  Essential Oils

Species   Achillea millefolium L., ssp. millefolium, fam. 

                Asteraceae (Compositae)

Part          Flower

Method    Steam Distilled

Country   Bulgaria

Code       AchMil3

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Yarrow Essential Oil, Blue, Bulgaria, (Achillea millefolium), part used Flower, method steam distilled, origin Bulgaria, sold in weight 1 ounce to 33.06 pounds.

Chamazulene (12-19%)

Trans-Beta-Caryophyllene (4-8%)

Germacrene D (4-8%)

Camphor (4-9%)

Sabinene (3-7%)

Beta-Pinene (3-7%)

1,8 Cineol (Eucalyptol) (2-6%)

Historical Data:  The Greek Achilles, hero of the Trojan War, was said to have used the yarrow herb to help cure the injury to his Achilles tendon.  Yarrow oil was considered sacred by the Chinese, who recognized the harmony of the Yin and Yang energies within it.  It has been said that the fragrance of Yarrow makes possible the meeting of heaven and earth.  Yarrow was used by Germanic tribes for the treatment of battle wounds.

Medical Properties:  Anti-inflammatory, hormone-like, combats scarring, prostate support.

Uses:  Prostate problems, menstrual problems/PMS, varicose veins.

Fragrant Influence:  Balancing highs and lows, both external and internal, yarrow simultaneously inspires and grounds us.  Useful during meditation and supportive to intuitive energies.  Reduces confusion and ambivalence.

Safety Data:  If pregnant or under a doctor's care, consult physician.