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Description
Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna, commonly known as Great Burnet or Poterium sanguisorba, is a perennial flowering herbaceous plant. It is native to Europe and Asia and can grow up to 1.2 meters tall. The plant has a long and thin stem with pinnate leaves that are green in color. The flowers are small and reddish-pink in color, arranged in dense spikes.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Angiosperms |
| Class | Eudicots |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Sanguisorba |
Appearance
Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna has a long and thin stem, which can grow up to 1.2 meters tall. The leaves are pinnate and green in color, with serrated edges. The flowers are small and reddish-pink in color, arranged in dense spikes. The plant blooms from June to August and produces achenes as fruits.
Care Guide
Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna prefers well-drained soil and partial shade to full sun exposure. It requires regular watering and fertilization during the growing season. The plant is hardy in USDA hardiness zones 4-8.
Common Pests & Diseases
Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna is susceptible to powdery mildew, rust, and leaf spot diseases. It can also attract aphids, spider mites, and leafhoppers.
Habitat
Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna is native to Europe and Asia and can be found in meadows, pastures, and along roadsides. It prefers moist and well-drained soils.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna a medicinal plant?
A: Yes, Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna has been traditionally used in herbal medicine to treat diarrhea, dysentery, and other gastrointestinal disorders.
Q: Can Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna be grown in containers?
A: Yes, Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna can be grown in containers as long as they are large enough to accommodate the plant’s long and thin stem.
Q: How often should Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna be fertilized?
A: Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna should be fertilized once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: Can Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna be propagated by cuttings?
A: Yes, Sanguisorba Officinalis Pink Tanna can be propagated by stem cuttings taken in the spring or fall.
Related Plants
- Sanguisorba minor
- Sanguisorba canadensis
- Sanguisorba stipulata
References
- “Sanguisorba officinalis”. Missouri Botanical Garden. Retrieved 2021-08-25.
- “Sanguisorba officinalis”. Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 2021-08-25.
- “Poterium sanguisorba”. Plants of the World Online. Kew Science. Retrieved 2021-08-25.
