Greater burnet is a plant. The flowering parts are used to make medicine.
Greater burnet is used for ulcerative colitis, diarrhea, dysentery, and bladder problems. Greater burnet is also used for blood vessel problems including hemorrhoids, swollen veins (phlebitis), and varicose veins.
Women use greater burnet for heavy menstrual flow during menopause, hot flashes, and irregular menstrual flow.