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Millefolium Collection

"Millefolium: The Versatile Wonder of Nature" Achillea millefolium, commonly known as Yarrow or milfoil

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Yarrow, Achillea millefolium
5855780 Yarrow, Achillea millefolium; (add.info.: Yarrow, Achillea millefolium. Chromolithograph from Carl Lindman's "Bilder ur Nordens Flora" (Pictures of Northern Flora), Stockholm

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Yarrow, Achillea millefolium

Yarrow, Achillea millefolium
5855154 Yarrow, Achillea millefolium; (add.info.: Yarrow, Achillea millefolium. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine de Jussieu's "Dictionary of Natural Science,")

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium

Yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium. Handcoloured lithograph by Hanhart after a botanical illustration by David Blair from Robert Bentley and Henry Trimens Medicinal Plants, London, 1880

Background imageMillefolium Collection: White flowered yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium

White flowered yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium
5856620 White flowered yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium by Sowerby, James (1757-1822); (add.info.: White flowered yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium)

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Common yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium

Common yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium. Handcoloured copperplate engraving after a drawing by James Sowerby for James Smiths English Botany, 1800

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Yarrow, Achillea millefolium, and Myriophyllum aquaticum

Yarrow, Achillea millefolium, and Myriophyllum aquaticum. Handcoloured woodblock engraving of a botanical illustration from Adam Lonicers Krauterbuch, or Herbal, Frankfurt, 1557

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Yarrow, Achillea millefolium. Chromolithograph after a botanical illustration by Walther Muller from Hermann Adolph Koehlers Medicinal Plants, edited by Gustav Pabst, Koehler, Germany, 1887

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Curtis British Entomology Plate 19

Curtis British Entomology Plate 19
Coleoptera: Rhipiphorus paradoxus = Metoecus paradoxus (Wasps? Nest Beetle) [Plant: Achillea millefolium (Common Yarrow)] Date: 1824-39

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Achillea Millefolium
Yarrow Date: early 20th century

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Achillea Millefolium

Achillea Millefolium
COMMON YARROW

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Yarrow, Achillea millefolium

Yarrow, Achillea millefolium.. Yarrow, Achillea millefolium. Handcoloured copperplate stipple engraving from Antoine de Jussieus Dictionary of Natural Science, Florence, Italy, 1837

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Picture No. 10755088

Picture No. 10755088
A cultivated yarrow Walter Funkel with Nepeta x fassenii in garden border (Achillea millefolium) Date:

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Flowering yarrow plant, Achillea millefolium, in a grass meadow

Flowering yarrow plant, Achillea millefolium, in a grass meadow

Background imageMillefolium Collection: Flowering catsear, white clove, yarrow, self-heal and plantain with grasses in an area of garden

Flowering catsear, white clove, yarrow, self-heal and plantain with grasses in an area of garden allowed to grow wild to encourage invertebrates


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"Millefolium: The Versatile Wonder of Nature" Achillea millefolium, commonly known as Yarrow or milfoil, is a fascinating plant that has captured the attention of botanists and nature enthusiasts alike. With its delicate white flowers and feathery leaves, this herbaceous perennial holds numerous secrets within its petals. Also referred to as White flowered yarrow or milfoil, Achillea millefolium boasts a rich history in herbal medicine. Its name derives from Achilles, the Greek hero who used this plant to heal his soldiers' wounds during the Trojan War. This remarkable ability to staunch bleeding earned it another common name - Common yarrow or milfoil. Yarrow, Achillea millefolium, also shares an interesting connection with Myriophyllum aquaticum. These two plants coexist harmoniously in aquatic environments, showcasing their adaptability and resilience in different habitats. Curtis British Entomology Plate 19 showcases the intricate relationship between yarrow and insects. As pollinators flock to these beautiful blooms for nectar and pollen, they inadvertently aid in cross-pollination – a crucial process for ensuring genetic diversity among plants. In ancient times, Achillea Millefolium was considered sacred by many cultures due to its medicinal properties. From treating digestive disorders to relieving menstrual cramps, this versatile herb has been hailed as a natural remedy for various ailments throughout history. An antique engraving illustration depicts Botany plants at their finest – showcasing the elegance of Achillea millefolium (yarrow). This artwork serves as a testament to humanity's fascination with capturing nature's beauty through artistry. Dendrometridae -- Phytometridae are illustrated alongside Achilllea MIllefolium - highlighting the interconnectedness of different species within ecosystems. It reminds us that every living organism plays an essential role in maintaining the delicate balance of our planet.