Magic of Echinacea 

Echinacea purpurea, sometimes known as a purple coneflower, is in the Asteraceae (daisy) family.

Echinacea plants contain several bioactive compounds, including:

• Alkamides

• Glycoproteins

• Polysaccharides

• Antioxidants

These compounds are thought to provide various health benefits:

• Anti-inflammatory

• Immunomodulatory (immune system modifying)

• Anxiolytic (anxiety-reducing)

• Antimicrobial

• Antiviral

Traditionally, echinacea has been used as a remedy for many conditions such as:

• Toothaches

• Stomach pain

• Snake bites

• Skin disorders

• Chronic arthritis

• Cancer

• The common cold

Research is ongoing and echinacea may not be for all, but this amazing plant is beautiful and loved by pollinators!

Below is a fun short video story and overview of this purple wonder: 🌸

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