Echinacea ( Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia)
Other Names::
Echinacea is widely used to boost the immune system and fight infections, particularly colds and flu.
Prolonged use may lead to reduced effectiveness.
Energetics::
Neutral
Neither warm nor cold; do not have a strong effect on circulation or cellular metabolism
Cooling
Sedate or slow down metabolism to decrease energy production while cooling or soothing irritation and redness
Drying
Remove excess fluid from tissue, causing it to become more firm and dense, relieve conditions of dampness and sweling.
Properties::
Immunomodulator
Anti-Microbial
Anti-Inflammatory
Helps control inflammation
Lymphatic
Relating to lymph nodes
Immune stimulant
Antiviral
Opposes the action of a virus
Ailments::
No Ailments set
Parts::
No Parts Set
Associated with ::
Immune System
Immune