English: Yarrow
Latin: Achillea millefolium
Ayurvedic (parallel): Cooling bitter astringent, akin to Brahmadandi
Benefits: Astringent, hemostatic, antipyretic.
Healing Uses: Fever, wounds, menstrual regulation, infections.
Doshic Effects: Vata ↓, Pitta ↓, Kapha ↓.
Preparation: Infusion or compress for wounds.
Flavor (Rasa): Bitter, astringent, aromatic.
Post-digestive (Vipāka): Pungent.
Notes: Excellent for balancing menstrual and immune fire.
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