Synopsis

Source of validity: Traditional
Rating (out of 5): 2

Fern-leaf yarrow (Achillea filipendulina) has been traditionally used in folk medicine, particularly for its purported wound-healing and anti-inflammatory properties. The broader genus Achillea, especially Achillea millefolium (common yarrow), has a long history of topical application to injuries, cuts, and bruises in various cultures, dating back to ancient Greece where it was known as the “herb of Achilles.” The use of fern-leaf yarrow specifically is less well documented, but it is sometimes included in the general yarrow tradition. Historical texts and ethnobotanical sources report the use of yarrow poultices and infusions for stopping bleeding and promoting wound healing.

However, the majority of these claims are based on traditional use rather than modern clinical trials. While some laboratory studies on yarrow species (mostly A. millefolium) have identified compounds with anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and astringent properties, there is limited direct scientific evidence specifically for A. filipendulina or for its efficacy in treating injuries in humans. Thus, the justification for using fern-leaf yarrow to support or treat injuries is primarily traditional, and the evidence rating reflects the historical but not rigorously validated nature of these claims.

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