achillea

noun

Meaning

A genus of hardy, perennial flowering plants in the daisy family, commonly known as yarrow, characterized by feathery foliage and flat-topped clusters of small flowers.

Examples

  • Many varieties of achillea are drought-tolerant and thrive in full sun.
  • The florist included stems of white achillea in the summer bouquet for added texture.

Synonyms: yarrow, milfoil