Luundiyahsgutl’ah

Literally, 'rat's tail'

Although yarrow can be found in a variety of environments, it is most often seen in meadows, woodlands, and along roadsides. Common yarrow has been used medicinally all over the world since ancient times. Its uses vary from treating a common cold and sore throat to being used as a sleep aid or insect repellent. Yarrow has many traditional uses from all over the world. Here in Prince William Sound, one of the ways Indigenous peoples would use this plant was for arthritis. They would store dried leaves in a cloth bag which could then be warmed in hot water and placed on the body for arthritis. Another way yarrow was used was as a brewed leaf tea given to new mothers to force the uterus to clean itself and enhance the flow of milk.  (Copper River Watershed Project)