Description
Burnet saxifrage is a perennial herbaceous plant from the carrot family (Apiaceae, traditionally Umbelliferae). The species is botanically accepted as Pimpinella saxifraga L. and is native from Europe to Central Siberia and north-western Iran, including Bulgaria.
The plant develops a spindle-shaped root with a characteristic odour and an upright, slightly branched stem. The basal leaves are pinnate, with ovate to lanceolate leaflets, while the upper leaves are strongly reduced. The flowers are small, white and arranged in compound umbels, and the fruits are ovoid. The root is a specific aromatic raw material for professional herbal formulations, extracts, beverage applications and herbal powders.
Basic Information
- Latin name: Pimpinella saxifraga L.
- Part used: root (Radix Pimpinellae)
- Origin: Bulgaria
- Raw material type: wild-harvested
- Harvest period: March – April or after fruit maturation in autumn
Raw Material Characteristics
The roots are dug from older plants before active spring growth or in autumn. The raw material is cleaned from soil and aerial parts, cut if required and dried carefully to preserve its aromatic profile and botanical quality.
Chemical Composition
Burnet saxifrage contains mainly essential oil, saponins, tannins, bitter compounds, resins, polysaccharides and coumarins, including pimpinellin, bergapten and umbelliferone.
Suitable for the Production of
- herbal teas
- dry and liquid botanical extracts
- respiratory botanical formulations
- digestive comfort products
- aromatic beverage formulations
- bitter liqueurs
- herbal powders
Medicinal Properties and Effects on the Body
Burnet saxifrage has the following properties:
- expectorant
- secretolytic
- anti-inflammatory
- spasmolytic
- diuretic
- bitter-tonic
- supportive effect on respiratory comfort
Forms Available
- burnet saxifrage roots (Radix Pimpinellae) – whole dried, crushed, cut to custom size upon request, or powdered
Quality and Documentation
Upon request, a Certificate of Analysis (COA), technical documentation and additional documents may be provided.
Inquiry
Contact us for availability, samples and a quotation based on the required quantities and raw material specifications.
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