Family:  Aster (Asteraceae)

Hardy to Zones 3 to 9

(Black Sampson, Narrow-leaved Coneflower) Herbaceous perennial native to the Rocky Mountains of North America, the most northerly ranging of all 9 indigenous American species.  Roots in cross-section show the black wagonwheel mark that indicates powerful activity.  Many herbalists prefer this species.  Plant prefers full sun and dryish, alkaline soils.  Space plants 6 inches to a foot apart.

Potted plant, certified organically grown