Are Enydra Fluctuans and Yarrow in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Asteraceae.

Can you substitute Enydra Fluctuans for Yarrow?

They share the Asteraceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Enydra Fluctuans vs Yarrow

Enydra fluctuans · Achillea millefolium

Enydra Fluctuans

Enydra fluctuans

T Traditional Use

Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Enydra
Primary use: medicinal

Yarrow

Achillea millefolium

T Traditional Use

Family: Asteraceae
Genus: Achillea
Primary use: medicinal

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.

At a glance

· Both in Asteraceae, but different genera (Enydra vs Achillea).
· Both are primarily medicinal.
· Evidence tiers — Enydra Fluctuans: T; Yarrow: T.