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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