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| Echinacea purpurea |
The purple coneflower, Echinacea purpurea, is a drought-tolerant perennial native to North America. It has large, daisy-like purple flowers with petals surrounding a large cone.
As a herbal remedy, Echinacea is attributed with the ability to boost the body's immune system and fight off infection. The roots (fresh or dried) are the active part.