Cradle of Humankind in bloom – wild yellow yarrow

Featuring several hundred plant species, including wild flowers and grasses, towering succulents, rare blooms and many medicinal buds, the Cradle of Humankind represents one of the most diverse plant communities in the world.

Legend has it that yarrow, or Achillea millefolium, was named after Achilles, the Greek god, who used it to stop bleeding among his soldiers.

Indeed, this medicinal plant has multiple uses – it has a solid reputation as an anti-inflammatory and antiseptic, and is particularly useful for treating surface wounds and limiting bleeding.

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