Greater Burnet Saxifrage (Pimpinella major)

Family: Apiaceae or Umbelliferae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Pimpinella major is a PERENNIAL growing to 0.8 m (2ft 7in) by 0.3 m (1ft). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 5 and is not frost tender. It is in flower from June to July, and the seeds ripen from July to August. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavouring in candy, liqueurs etc. — An essential oil from the roots is used as a flavouring in candy, liqueurs etc.

Habitat & North American Range

Hedge banks, woodland edges and other grassy places. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)