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Pimpinella major

Greater Burnet Saxifrage, Hollowstem Burnet Saxifrage
Also known as: Pimpinella major f. major +5 more
  • Pimpinella major f. major
  • Pimpinella media Weber ex Wiggins
  • Pimpinella media Weber, 1780
  • Pimpinella rubra Hoppe ex Schleich., 1820
  • Pimpinella saxifraga Scop.
  • Pimpinella tenuifolia Schweigg. & Körte ex Steud.
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Apiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a perennial.

Pimpinella major (commonly known as Greater Burnet-saxifrage or Hollowstem burnet saxifrage) is a herbaceous perennial within the Apiaceae family. It is found natively in Europe. Within its native range, this species is primarily associated with temperate conditions.

Macro Climate
Temperate
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
EUROPE
Regions (WGSRPD)
Eastern Europe, Middle Europe, Northern Europe, Southeastern Europe, Southwestern Europe
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Austria, Baltic States, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria, Central European Russia, Czechoslovakia, Denmark, France, Germany, Great Britain, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Netherlands, North European Russia, Northwest European Russia, Poland, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Ukraine, Yugoslavia

Introduced Range

Plants flagged as 'Introduced' have been transported outside their native historical range by human activity. While many are common ornamentals, some may become naturalized or invasive in local environments. Local ecological guidelines require verification prior to planting.
Botanical Countries (Non-Native)
Finland, New York, Norway, Nova Scotia

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