Herb Notes: The Benefits of Echinacea Quiz
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What type of plant materials are typically used to make decoctions?

  • Leaves, flowers, and stems
  • Seeds and petals
  • Fruits and nuts
  • Roots, barks, and berries (correct)
  • Why can echinacea help address recurring acne?

  • Because it acts as a steroid substitute
  • Due to its impact on blood circulation
  • Through its antimicrobial properties and effects on the lymphatic system (correct)
  • By promoting hair growth
  • What is the main reason why people with autoimmune conditions should be cautious with echinacea?

  • Echinacea is known to interact negatively with autoimmune medications
  • It may lead to hair loss
  • There is conflicting evidence of its impact on autoimmune conditions (correct)
  • It can cause skin irritation
  • What contributes to echinacea being on the At-Risk list according to United Plant Savers?

    <p>Habitat loss and overharvesting in prairie regions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does echinacea need to be cultivated rather than wild harvested?

    <p>To prevent contributing to the endangerment of the plant species</p> Signup and view all the answers

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