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Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea) is a native plant with edible and medicinal uses. It can be found in meadows and open woodlands with partial to full sun.
The plant can be easily identified by its daisy-like flowers with purple petals. Leaves are narrow and toothed. When mature, the plant can reach up to 2 feet tall.
The leaves and flower petals are edible. Petals have a mild floral flavor. The leaves, flowers, and roots have been used to make a medicinal tea. The plant has pain relieving, anti-inflammatory, and anti-viral properties.
It is not recommended to use this plant for extended periods of time or in high doses as adverse reactions can occur.
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Written by Amy Demers, founder of the Connecticut Foraging Club. To learn more about foraging in Connecticut, check out our upcoming classes.
