Blacksamson Echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia)
Echinacea angustifolia, commonly known as Blacksamson Echinacea, is a perennial wildflower native to North America, recognized for its daisy-like purple flowers and traditional medicinal uses.
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Sunlight
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Watering
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining soil, including sandy, loamy, or clay types. Tolerates poor soils.
Temperature
Thrives in average room temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in spring is usually sufficient.
Care Requirements
Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade.
Best flowering in full sun.
Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Drought tolerant once established.
Well-draining soil, including sandy, loamy, or clay types. Tolerates poor soils.
Thrives in average room temperatures and outdoor conditions.
Tolerates a range of temperatures.
Outdoor
Light feeding in spring is usually sufficient.
Avoid over-fertilizing.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Medicinal, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.6-1.2 m
Spread
0.3-0.6 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Yes
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Lanceolate
Flower Size
5-8 cm
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- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classMagnoliopsida
- orderAsterales
- familyAsteraceae
- genusEchinacea
- speciesEchinacea angustifolia
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
No