What is another name for a Sanguisorba?
The common name is Burnet. They are found throughout Europe, Asia, Japan and North America. Their Latin name, Sanguisorba, comes from ‘sanguis’ meaning blood and ‘sorbere’ meaning to soak up. The name relates to its ancient medicinal use which was to staunch wounds. Sanguisorba officinalis, commonly known as great burnet, is a plant in the family Rosaceae, subfamily Rosoideae.Sanguisorba is a genus of flowering plants in the family Rosaceae native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. The common name is burnet.
Does Sanguisorba like sun or shade?
Where to grow Sanguisorba. Grow Sanguisorba in sun or partial shade, in good soil that is moisture retentive but drains freely. Once established, Sanguisorba does tolerate spells of dry weather. Sanguisorba can be grown in a container though may require staking and will need regular watering.