Echinacea (Narrow-leaf)
Scientific Name: Echinacea angustifolia
Botanical Family: Asteraceae
Plant Type: Herb (perennial)
Geographical Origin: Great Plains (North America)
Species/Variety: Echinacea angustifolia
Description
Narrow-leaved echinacea, roots prized.
Therapeutic Properties
Immune support
Temperament
Neutral
How to Use
Tincture; Capsules
Dosage
Per label (roots often used)
Precautions
Allergy possible; autoimmune caution
Replacement / Alternatives
Echinacea purpurea; Andrographis
References
VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany