Achillea millefolium is toxic to cats, dogs and horses. The reported severity is moderate. Also known as Common Yarrow Complex, Common Yarrow and Northern Yarrow.
If your animal ate this plant, call your veterinarian, the ASPCA Animal Poison Control on (888) 426-4435 or the Pet Poison Helpline on (855) 764-7661. Fees may apply.
Diuretic Vomiting Diarrhea Dermatitis Drooling Depression Increased Urination Loss Of Appetite Colic
The color of each symptom follows the severity scale above.
Achillea millefolium, commonly known as yarrow or common yarrow, is a flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. Growing to 1 metre tall, it is characterized by small whitish flowers, a tall stem of fernlike leaves, and a pungent odor.
Yarrow can cause allergic skin rashes. According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, yarrow is toxic to dogs, cats, and horses, causing increased urination, vomiting, diarrhea and dermatitis. When consumed by cows, an unfavorable flavor is given to their milk.
Also recorded as Bloodwort, Carpenter's Weed, Milenrama and Milfoil.
More from the Asteraceae family:
Countries with the most wild observations, from GBIF data.