American Great Burnet (Sanguisorba canadensis)

Family: Rosaceae | Edibility: Edible (1/5)

Sanguisorba canadensis is a PERENNIAL growing to 1.2 m (4ft) by 0.6 m (2ft in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. It is in flower from August to September, and the seeds ripen from September to October. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Insects. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - boiled, washed in water to remove the bitterness and then eaten with salt and miso. — Leaves - boiled, washed in water to remove the bitterness and then eaten with salt and miso.

Habitat & North American Range

Wet meadows and swamps. Peaty or boggy soils. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)