Echinacea Angustifolia, a strikingly beautiful flowering plant belonging to the sunflower family (Asteraceae), has long been cherished for its medicinal properties. Native to North America, this resilient perennial is recognized by its narrow, lance-shaped leaves and pale purple petals that surround a distinctive spiky central cone.
Traditionally used by Indigenous peoples for a variety of health concerns, Echinacea Angustifolia has gained widespread popularity for its ability to help prevent and alleviate symptoms of the common cold and influenza. In modern herbal medicine, it is often taken at the first sign of illness to reduce the severity and duration of symptoms.
Beyond its antiviral properties, Echinacea Angustifolia is also celebrated for its role in supporting and strengthening the immune system. It is believed to stimulate the activity of white blood cells, enhancing the body’s natural defense mechanisms against infections and contributing to overall immune resilience.
Whether taken as a tincture, tea, capsule, or extract, this powerful plant continues to be a trusted ally in natural wellness practices around the world.
Nutraceutical Ingredient
Available in 5:1 and 4% Echinacosides
Country of Origin: China
Packaging: 25kg
Storage: Store in a well-closed container away from moisture.
Characteristic Typical Analysis
- Description: Fine brown powder
- Sieve Analysis: 100% pass 80 mesh
- Loss on Drying: 5% Max
- Ash: 5% max
- Sulphate: 0.5% Max
- Insolubles in Ethanol: 10ppm Max
- Ethanol Resides: 0.2% Max
- Heavy Metals: 10ppm Max
- Arsenic: NMT 2ppm
- Cadmium: NMT 1ppm
- Lead: NMT 2ppm
- Chlorate: NMT 1ppm
- Phosphate Organics: NMT 1ppm