Echinacea

Echinacea purpurea

Echinacea angustifolia

Immunity, Detoxifier, Antimicrobial

Immunity – lessens incidence and the severity and duration of cold and flu; bronchitis, sore throat, oral infections, laryngitis, tonsillitis, excess mucus in the sinuses;

Detoxifier – cleanses blood and lymphatic system

Antimicrobial – antibacterial, antiviral, antiseptic (sores, cuts, bites, stings, boils, acne, fungal infections – tincture topically)

Contraindication – if taking immunosuppressants; immunocompromised patients; do not take for longer than 4-6 weeks because it can actually lower immunity

Use: All parts – harvest leaves and seeds during the 2nd year; flowers and roots during the 3rd year