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Common Names:Purple Coneflower, Sampson Root Latin Names: Echinacea Augustifolia Parts Used: Roots, cone flower Cultivation: Echinacea is a hardy (to zone 3) perennial that grows well in sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Magickal Uses: Echinacea was used by Native Americans to strengthen spells. Medicinal Properties: Alterative, anti-catarrhal, anti-microbial, tonic. Medicinal Uses: Echinacea is a blood purifier and antibiotic. It's used to stimulate and strngthen the immune system, and is useful against both bacteria and viruses. |
