White Yarrow (Achillea millefolium) used to be called "soldier's wound wort". Wort means a type of plant and yarrow is a wound plant. To be knowledgeable of medicinal plants was often the difference between life and death before the convenience of our modern pharmacies. Named for Achilles, the Greek warrior who used the plant for his wounded soldiers, it is one of the oldest medicinal plants known to man and holds its place in folk medicine.

Common names of many herbs give a clue as to how they are to be used. Yarrow is also known as Knight's Milfoil, Herbe Militaris (the military herb), Nose Bleed Weed, Carpenter's Weed and Bloodwort.

The white plant found by the wayside is the type to look for, not the yellow garden varieties. It is a woody stemmed perennial plant with beautiful umbel flower heads and lacy green leaves. The flowers and leaves are collected and used fresh or dried as an infusion with organic, cold-pressed, extra-virgin olive oil.

A bit of yarrow essential oil is added for an extra boost.
If you do not want the added essential oil, it can be left out upon request.

If you discovered this listing in your search, then you are probably already aware of this beneficial plant.
Etsy's rules concerning alternative remedies prohibit explaining the listing or plant properties in any detail. For that, I apologize for the inconvenience, but if interested in further information of the benefits of these herbs and their use in a salve, please message me.

Please note that due to changes in Etsy's policies and new FDA regulations, those of us who make handmade bath and body products are not allowed to mention medical conditions within our shops. If you would like more detailed information visit my website:
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Wild, White Yarrow Salve is available in a choice of a 1/2 oz 1 oz 2 oz. or 4 oz. size plastic jar.


Please be aware that I am making no claims that this salve is a cure for any medical condition. It is a result of information gathered on the benefits of various plants and home remedies. It has not been tested by the FDA therefore has no studies attached to its use, only feedback from people who have tried it. I have no way of predicting how individual cases will react to use of this salve, so please apply to a test spot before regular use. Please read the ingredient list and be aware of known allergies.