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Achillea millefolium Compositae / Asteraceae Yarrow
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Achillea millefolium
© Roy Anderson		 Achillea millefolium
© Paul Hackney		 Achillea millefolium
© Fiona McCrory		 Achillea millefolium
Map updated: March 2008
Species Description:
Yarrow is a common component of dry grassland in many situations. It has finely-divided leaves which are stongly and pleasantly scented when crushed. The flower-heads are like tiny daisies grouped together, normally white but occasionally pink.
All names: Achillea millefolium L.

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