Common names:
Narrow-Leaved Purple Coneflower
Black Samson
Coneflower

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle:Perennial
Sun Requirements:Partial Shade to Full Shade
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 2
Flowers:Showy
Nocturnal
Flower Time:Summer
Late fall or early winter
Uses:Groundcover
Wildlife Attractant:Butterflies
Resistances:Tolerates foot traffic
Propagation: Other methods:Cuttings: Root
Containers:Needs excellent drainage in pots

Echinacea serotina The botanical cabinet [C. Loddiges], vol. 16 (

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