Achillea millefolium
White yarrow, common yarrow
Previous scientific name(s):Achillea magna
Also known as Achillea lanulosa. Drought tolerant native forb with small flat flowers in clusters. An aggressive species used for erosion control. Commonly found throughout the U.S. in open fields or meadows and along roadsides. Tolerant of full sun, blooms spring to fall. Slightly taller than Achillea millefolium, var. occidentalis has been naturalized to North America.
| Group | Dicot |
| US Native | Introduced |
| Life Form | Perennial |
| Plant Type | Forb |
| Active Growth Period | Spring |
| Bloom Season | Early Summer |
| Mature Height (feet) | 3 |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Fertility Needs | Medium |
| Toxicity | Slight |
| Fine Soil (adapted) | No |
| Medium Soil (adapted) | Yes |
| Coarse Soil (adapted) | No |
| Salinity Tolerance | None |
| Shade Tolerance | Intermediate |
| Moisture Requirements | Medium |
| Fire Resistant | No |
| Fire Tolerance | High |
| Seed Period Start | Summer |
| Seed Period End | Summer |
| Seed / lb | 2852012 |
| Seedling Vigor | Low |
| Palatable (browser) | Medium |
| Palatable (grazer) | Low |