Great Burnet Sanguisorba officinalis

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It has been used in traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) where it is known by the name Di Yu. Mainly for its astringent action, being used to slow or arrest blood flow. It has been used ulcerative colitis, diarrhea, dysentery, and bladder problems. It is also used for blood vessel problems including hemorrhoids, swollen veins (phlebitis), and varicose veins. It is also used in bioremediation to reclaim old landfill sites and is rhizomatous

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Location: Smardale Gill NNR, Kirkby Stephen, Cumbria, England, UK
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