purple cone flower
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About This Plant

Echinacea or "Purple Cone Flower" is an attractive perennial flower, native to eastern and central North America. It's widely cultivated as an ornamental for the garden or for use as a medicinal plant, for which is has a long history.

Traditional Use

Traditional use information coming soon.

Growing Guide

Growing information coming soon.