Scientific Name: Echinacea purpurea
Plant Family: Asteraceae; aster family
Part Used: Above ground parts
Actions: Alterative, lymphagogue, sialagogue, anti-inflammatory, anesthetic, (mild), blood purifier, vulnerary, immune stimulant, antimicrobial, and sialagogue
Energetics: Slightly cooling and drying
Preparations: Tea, tincture, salves, compresses, fresh petals
Cautions: Fresh juice or tincture causes throat irritation in some individuals. Allergies to aster family.
Medicinal Uses: Used for warding off colds and flu, tissue healing