Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench

Locations ofEchinacea purpurea (L.) Moench in Virginia

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Detail

Family
Asteraceae
Botanical Name
Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench
Common Name
Purple Coneflower
Synonym(s)
Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench var. purpurea (see E. laevigata)
Flora of Virginia Name/Status
Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench
Comments
All Virginia populations are apparently escapes from cultivation. Based on recent reports and sightings, the current map does not adequately represent to true extent of this species' distribution. Vouchers from established populations are needed. See also Echinacea laevigata.
Habitat
Native of the Midwestern US; commonly cultivated and occasionally established as an escape in weedy habitats (roadsides, etc.) of the Piedmont and mountains.
Native Status
Introduced

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