Sitka Burnet (Sanguisorba stipulata)

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

Sanguisorba stipulata is a PERENNIAL growing to 2 m (6ft 7in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 4. 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. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist or wet soil.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Leaves

Harvest Seasons: Spring, Early Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

Leaves - cooked. They are not choice. — They are not choice.

Habitat & North American Range

Bogs, swamps and streambanks. (Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8)