Purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea)
Purple coneflower, also known as Hedgehog coneflower
The purple coneflower (Echinacea purpurea), native to North America, thrives in prairies and open woodlands. It's a great addition to gardens and flower beds for several reasons. The plant's vibrant blooms not only provide color throughout the summer but also attract essential pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Key Facts About Purple coneflower
Attributes of Purple coneflower
Lifespan
Perennial, Annual
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
30 cm to 1.5 m
Spread
10 cm to 50 cm
Leaf Color
Green
Flower Size
7 cm to 15 cm
Flower Color
Pink Purple White Brown Red Orange Yellow
Scientific Classification of Purple coneflower
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies
Family
Daisy
Genus
Coneflowers
Species
Purple coneflower