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American Great Burnet, scientifically known as Sanguisorba canadensis, is a perennial forb or herb native to regions including Connecticut, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, and Labrador. American Great Burnet (Latin: Sanguisorba canadensis) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
American Great Burnet is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
American Great Burnet is a member native to CNT, DEL, WDC, GEO, ILL, and INI. American Great Burnet thrives in full to partial sun and prefers moist soil that is light (sandy), medium, or heavy (clay).
American Great Burnet grows best in USDA zone 4-8, full sun, partial sun/shade light, moist water, and perennial life cycle. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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