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Noun: yarrow  yer-ow [N. Amer], ya-row [Brit]
  1. Ubiquitous strong-scented mat-forming Eurasian herb of wasteland, hedgerow or pasture having narrow serrate leaves and small usually white florets; widely naturalized in North America
    "Yarrow is often used in herbal medicine for its anti-inflammatory properties";
    - milfoil, Achillea millefolium

Derived forms: yarrows

Type of: achillea

Encyclopedia: Yarrow, MO