Organic Echinacea Angustifolia Root (Echinacea angustifolia)

Herbs are Sold By the Ounce, Price is Per Ounce Echinacea Angustifolia Root (Echinacea angustifolia) Botanical Information: Common Names: Narrow-leaved Purple Coneflower, Black Sampson Family: Asteraceae (Daisy family) Origin: Native to North America, particularly in the central and eastern United States. Botanical Description: Echinacea angustifolia is a perennial herb that grows up to 2 feet tall. It has narrow, lance-shaped leaves and distinctive purple-pink flowers with a spiky, cone-like center. The root is thick, tapering, and slightly aromatic. Habitat and Growing Conditions: Habitat: This species thrives in prairies, dry open woods, and rocky areas. It prefers well-drained soils and full sunlight. USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 to 8. History and Folklore: Traditional Use: Indigenous peoples of North America used Echinacea angustifolia extensively for its medicinal properties, particularly in treating infections, wounds, and as an antidote for snakebites. Folklore: Echinac