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Purple Coneflower

Echinacea purpurea

Photo by LuckyLogan
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Field Notes

Description:

Wildflower found in prairies. This large purple flower serves as an important nectar source for many prairie insects. The plant is also commonly used in teas. Chewing the seeds causes numing in the throat, and is used to relieve coughs and sore throats.

Habitat:

Found on a remnant prairie

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PublishedApril 26, 2016

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