Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simulata
ID:
42769

Status:
valid

Authors:
McGregor

Source:
gcc

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Sida 3(4): 282 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000042098



Common Names

  • Simulata Echinacea
  • Simulata Coneflower
  • Simulata Purple Coneflower


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Synonyms

  • Echinacea speciosa McGregor [unknown]
  • Echinacea pallida simulata (McGregor) Binns, B.R.Baum & Arnason [unknown]

Description

Echinacea simulata (also called Pale Purple Coneflower, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that typically grows up to 3 feet tall and has a basal rosette of leaves. Its native range is the southeastern United States, and it is found in dry, open woods, prairies, and roadsides.

Uses & Benefits

Echinacea simulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, and anti-diabetic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Echinacea simulata has small, white flowers with yellow centers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, light green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Echinacea simulata is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be cultivated in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Echinacea simulata

Echinacea simulata is native to the southeastern United States. It can be found in open woods and prairies.

Echinacea simulata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Echinacea simulata?

Echinacea simulata

What is the common name of Echinacea simulata?

Smooth purple coneflower

What type of plant is Echinacea simulata?

Perennial herb

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References