* Please Note: This information is based partly on Traditional Medicine which uses natural materials to support health. This information has not been evaluated or approved by the FDA. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor.
Description
The cone flower makes a striking show from midsummer through to autumn when many other summer flowers have gone over. It has bold daisy-like flowers that are good for cutting for the house. The cone flower is native to central and northeastern North America growing in prairies and open woodland.
History
The name comes from the Greek echinos, meaning 'hedgehog' or 'sea urchin' because the daisy flowers have prickly centers. It has a long history among the Native Americans. The tribes used it to soothe stings and for insect and snakebites. A piece of fresh root was chewed to alleviate toothache. It was also used to treat coughs and colds.
Characteristics
Echinacea is a hardy vigorous upright perennial growing to 4 feet with large, daisy-like magenta or purple flower heads with a prickly orange central cone and lance-shaped leaves, sometimes toothed. It flowers from late summer through autumn. There are nine species. The three main ones are Echinacea purpurea, E. pallida, and E. angustifolia. There are some good cultivars including 'Robert Bloom', which has crimson flowers, and 'White Lustre', with snowy petals and a brown cone.
Growing Tips
Grow from seed or divide the roots in spring or autumn. E. purpurea can be sown outside. Plant in sun or dappled shade in light loamy soil.
How to Use
Medicinally, Echinacea is probably one of the most commonly used herbal extracts used today. In Germany the liquid extract is often referred to as "resistance drops," owing to the powerful immune stimulating effect of Echinacea during the winter months.
For all problems relating to bacterial, fungal, or viral infection Echinacea should be the first herb of choice.
User Group Forum
Share your questions and information with the ZooScape community!
Be the first to post!
Directions
Stir 1/4 of a teaspoon into a glass of water and consume 3 times daily, with meals.
Cautions
No known toxicities.
If symptoms are severe or persist for more than two days, consult a physician.
Echinacea is contraindicated in those with an auto-immune disease (ie. Multiple Sclerosis, AIDS etc.) or allergies to plants in sunflower family.
Not recommended for preqnant or lactating women or those with allergies to soya.
Additional Information
TerraVita is an exclusive line of premium-quality, natural source products that use only the finest, purest and most potent ingredients found around the world. TerraVita is hallmarked by the highest possible standards of purity, potency, stability and freshness. All of our products are prepared with the highest elements of quality control, from raw materials through the entire manufacturing process, up to and including the moment that the bottles or bags are sealed for freshness and shipped out to you. Our highest possible standards are certified by independent laboratories and backed by our personal guarantee.
TerraVita exists to meet and ensure your family's health and wellness without the harmful effects or chemicals and prescription medications. We strive to make all of our products affordable and reliable and are constantly searching the market to maintain our affordability and to look for new ways to serve you and the ones you love. TerraVita has become a trusted household name for many families and can bring you and yours the very best herbal supplements, blends, teas and spices that are on the market today.
TerraVita is packed in childproof, tamper-proof pharmaceutical-grade recyclable containers.
ZooScape is proud to be the exclusive distributor of TerraVita teas, herbs and supplements in the United States, Canada and around the world. Please direct all wholesale and bulk inquiries to Simona Heather at 905-494-1785.
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Products are intended to support general well being and are not intended to treat, diagnose, mitigate, prevent, or cure any condition or disease. If conditions persist, please seek advice from your medical doctor. The essence of the current American rule on Traditional Uses is, as stated by FTC, "Claims based on historical or traditional use should be substantiated by confirming scientific evidence, or should be presented in such a way that consumers understand that the sole basis for the claim is a history of use of the product for a particular purpose."
