Botanical name: Echinacea purpurea
Other name: Eastern Purple Coneflower
Echinacea, a perennial herb indigenous to the midwestern region of North America, features tall stems adorned with single pink or purple flowers. At its center, there is a cone typically colored in shades of purple or brown. This sizable cone serves as a seed head, characterized by sharp spines that resemble a rigid comb.
Medicinal Uses:
- High in antioxidants
- Positive effect on the immune system
- May lower blood sugar levels
- May reduce feelings of anxiety
- Anti-inflammatory properties
- May help treat skin concerns
- May offer protection against cancer
