Burnet saxifrage
Pimpinella saxifraga · Apiaceae
Burnet saxifrage
Boucage saxifrage
Pimpinella saxifraga
Apiaceae
Traditionally used
The pungent root of burnet saxifrage, taken as a cold-macerated infusion or tincture. Traditionally an expectorant for bronchial catarrh and hoarseness, sweat-promoting in feverish colds, and a mild spring depurative and gargle.
In three languages
Français — Racine piquante du petit boucage, prise en infusion macérée à froid ou en teinture. Traditionnellement expectorante pour catarrhes bronchiques et enrouement, sudorifique dans les refroidissements fébriles, léger dépuratif de printemps et gargarisme.
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Sources & lineage
German Commission E (Pimpinellae radix); European phytotherapy
Kept alongside