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Also known as Lesser Burnet, this hardy perennial herb in the Apiaceae (carrot) family is native to Britain and temperate parts of Europe into Western Asia. It grows as a flattish basal rosette of deeply serrated leaves, and has a deep taproot. In late spring umbels of white flowers are produced, to a height of 60cm. Extremely cold hardy.
9cm pot
Enjoys full sun or part shade and dry-ish, stony, calcareous soils, though it will need watering in hotter parts of the country. Cut back after flowering.
The herb has a long history of medicinal use for its diuretic and anti-inflammatory properties. Usually the dried root is used, taken internally to treat kidney disorders and urinary tract infections, as well as to calm the intestines, and to stimulate milk production in lactating women. Its expectorant effects are used to treat coughs and bronchitis and a herbal extract can be gargled for sore throats. The fresh root can be chewed to treat toothaches, and is said to be very effective although the taste is bitter, almost acrid. In the past the plant was also used topically to treat wounds, and has been shown to have antiseptic and healing properties.
Primary Actions: expectorant, diuretic, anti-inflammatory, antiseptic , vulnerary, galactagogue
Parts Used: root
N.B. Shipping costs are added AFTER you have placed your order, you will then be emailed an invoice with bank details.
Smallest box rate:
This can fit up to 9 plants in 9cm pots.
Shipping a single tree can be expensive. We may be able to fit more in the box for the same price! See our shipping rates for single and multi tree boxes.
Combining sizes?
No problem, we will work out the best rate for you once you’ve placed your order.
Jo has a passion for growing herbs but is not a qualified herbalist and has no medical background.
We are lucky to have Patricia Beagle working here at times, who is qualified, and some of her advice does appear on these pages, but herbs act differently for different people and can interact with other medicines. We therefore always recommend that you consult with your own qualified health-care practitioner before using herbal products, particularly if you are pregnant, nursing or on any medications.
Kahikatea Farm cannot take any responsibility for any adverse effects from the use of the plants or a plant not having the effect it is reputed to have.
