1. a genus of flowering plants in the daisy family, commonly known as yarrow
Usage: botanical

Examples

• The achillea in the garden bloomed with white flowers all summer.
• Achillea millefolium is the scientific name for common yarrow.
• The herbalist recommended achillea tea for its healing properties.
• Wild achillea grew abundantly in the meadow.
• She planted several varieties of achillea in her perennial border.
• The dried achillea flowers were used in traditional medicine.