BURNET Sanguisorba officinalis . Rosaceae.
Cool-Tankard was a drink given its name due to the refreshing and cooling qualities of the ingredient Burnet.
All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist.
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  English Drink ?
Cool-Tankard was an old english drink containing Burnet (Salad). It was given this name because it was so refreshing and cooling.
 
Annual/biennial/Perennial Perennial. Burnet (Salad) is a different species
Appearance Evergreen with small round heads of dark purple flowers that look a little like clover..
Height 2ft/60cm
Growing Position A damp area.
Fertiliser  
Propagation and soil Does not need good soil. Good drainage.
Spring Sow seeds directly where they will be positioned. Thin seedlings.
Summer Pick leaves to encourage growth.
Autumn  
Winter Leave old plants to die back.
Use Use only the very young leaves and flowers.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary Medicinal and Culinary
Areas of help Blood tonic and coolant. Skin eczema and sun-burn
Specific Use
  • Add leaves to salad ( Salad-Burnet).
  • Bruise the leaves and apply to sun-burn and eczema.
Recipe
Large doses can be harmful.
Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK.

Standard tea of shoots and flowers.
Pulp leaves to place directly on the skin or apply the tea as a lotion.
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