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Yarrow

Achillea millefolium
Astringent (stops bleeding); has been used as an anti-inflammatory to treat hemorrhoids or headaches.  When taken internally, has been known to speed up recovery from severe bruising. Can be used to repel mosquitoes. Contains anti-bacterial component azulene.  The bitter alkaloid, achilleine, has been said to stimulate the appetite and relieve stomach and gallbladder problems.  [...]