Echinacea sanguinea
Echinacea sanguinea, commonly known as the blood-red coneflower, is a striking perennial celebrated for its vibrant, deep crimson blooms. Beyond its ornamental beauty, this medicinal plant is valued in traditional herbalism for its immune-boosting properties, offering natural support against seasonal ailments and promoting overall wellness through its potent bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Echinacea sanguinea
- Family: Asteraceae
- Native range: Northern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Asterales, it is classified under the family Asteraceae. Finally, its taxonomic identity is defined by the genus Echinacea.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Asterales | WCVP |
| Family | Asteraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Echinacea | WCVP |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific range across several regions of the United States. In the North-Central U.S.A., its presence is noted in Oklahoma. Moving toward the South-Central U.S.A., the species can also be found in Texas. The distribution extends into the Southeastern U.S.A., where it inhabits Arkansas. Finally, it is also documented within the state of Louisiana.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| North-Central U.S.A. | Oklahoma | WCVP |
| South-Central U.S.A. | Texas | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Arkansas | WCVP |
| Southeastern U.S.A. | Louisiana | WCVP |
Activities
Echinacea sanguinea has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antiinflammatory.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antiinflammatory | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |