Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
macrophylla
ID:
72532

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
gcc

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 898 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000071861

Common Names

  • Yarrow
  • Common Yarrow
  • Giant Yarrow

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Synonyms

  • Chamaemelum macrophyllum E.H.L.Krause [unknown]
  • Santolina macrophylla Baill. [unknown]
  • Ptarmica macrophylla DC. [unknown]
  • Achillea latifolia Salisb. [unknown]

Description

Achillea macrophylla (also called Common Yarrow, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Europe, Asia, and North America. It has a long, branching stem and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, feathery, and deeply divided. The flowers are white, yellow, or pink and grow in flat-topped clusters. It is commonly found in grasslands, meadows, and open woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Achillea macrophylla is a flowering plant that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Achillea macrophylla is yellow and daisy-like, with a single row of petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and upright.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Achillea macrophylla is a perennial herb native to Europe. It is best grown in full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the clumps in the spring or summer. The divisions should be planted in a sandy potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the divisions should establish in a few weeks.

Where to Find Achillea macrophylla

Achillea macrophylla is native to Europe and can be found in grassy areas, such as meadows, fields, and roadsides.

Achillea macrophylla FAQ

What are the ideal soil conditions for Achillea macrophylla?

Achillea macrophylla prefers well-drained, sandy soils with a pH of 6.0-7.5.

What is the best way to propagate Achillea macrophylla?

Achillea macrophylla can be propagated by seed or by division.

What is the best time to plant Achillea macrophylla?

Achillea macrophylla should be planted in the spring or fall.

Species in the Achillea genus

Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri, Achillea stojanoffii, Achillea setacea, Achillea graja, Achillea wagneri, Achillea schneideri, Achillea schmakovii, Achillea phrygia, Achillea claudio-politana, Achillea griseo-virens, Achillea gypsicola, Achillea umbellata, Achillea cretica, Achillea ruscinonensis, Achillea reichardtiana, Achillea formosa, Achillea chrysocoma, Achillea milliana, Achillea kerneri, Achillea jaborneggi, Achillea rupestris, Achillea spinulifolia, Achillea ketenoglui, Achillea thracica, Achillea barthiana, Achillea sipikorensis, Achillea subtaurica, Achillea occulta, Achillea chamaemelifolia, Achillea valesiaca, Achillea pachycephala, Achillea vandasii, Achillea ageratum, Achillea getica, Achillea santolinoides, Achillea maura, Achillea acuminata, Achillea oligocephala, Achillea kotschyi, Achillea pseudodorata, Achillea baldaccii,

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References