Echinacea | Echinacea purpurea

Today, people use Echinacea to shorten the duration of the common cold and flu, and reduce symptoms, such as sore throat (pharyngitis), cough, and fever. Many herbalists also recommend echinacea to help boost the immune system and help the body fight infections. The plant has been shown to improve immunity, blood sugar, anxiety, inflammation and skin health. It may even have anti-cancer properties.

The roots of the plant are higher in alkamides when compared to other parts of the plant. The leaf is a rich source of flavonoids that can help to protect the body against the damage caused by oxidation.

Treats:

• Colds
• Flu
• Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
• Immunity
• Blood Sugar
• Anxiety
• Inflammation

Common names: 

Black Sampson, Black Susans, Brauneria Angustifolia, Brauneria Pallida, Brauneria spp.