Common Names--echinacea, purple coneflower, coneflower, American coneflower Latin Names--Echinacea purpurea, Echinacea angustifolia, Echinacea pallida Echinacea has traditionally been used to treat or prevent colds, flu, and other infections.Echinacea is believed to stimulate the immune system to help fight infections.Less commonly, echinacea has been used for wounds and skin problems, such as acne or boils.Specification: ECHINACEA PURPUREA HERBA AND ROOTS.