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Common name: Alpine Yarrow
Latin name:
Achillea alpicola

Alpine Yarrow - Achillea alpicola
Annual/Perennial: Perennial
Flowers: July to August
Flower size:
1/8" forming large clusters
Found in:
Subalpine to Alpine
Height: 6" to 10"
Invasive:
No
Native species:
No
Useful in garden: No

Image taken: Near summit of Boreas Pass

Pictured Wildflower: Alpine Yarrow
Achillea alpicola
Wildflower Field notes: Alpine Yarrow looks very similar to common Yarrow found at lower elevations. The main difference is that Alpine Yarrow is much shorter and its leaves look more fern like. 

Look for Alpine Yarrow in sunny areas at or above tree line, in meadows, clearings, and along roadsides.

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