
Pannon Flóra

Echinacea serotina (Nutt.) DC.
Narrow-leaved Purple Coneflower
Echinacea serotina, commonly known as the narrow-leaved purple coneflower or blacksamson echinacea, is a flowering plant native to Arkansas and Louisiana in the United States. It is characterized by its stiff, bristly hairs on the foliage and is similar in appearance to E. purpurea but with more rigid leaves.
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Asterales
Asteraceae
Echinacea
Echinacea serotina contains various bioactive compounds, including polysaccharides, alkamides, and flavonoids. These chemicals are believed to contribute to its medicinal properties.
Echinacea serotina has been traditionally used for its medicinal properties, including immune system support and treatment of various ailments. It is known for its antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and wound-healing properties.
Summer to early fall
2-4 feet (60-120 cm)
Purple
Moist to dry prairies, open woods, and meadows
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Pannon Flora Ltd. was founded on December 13, 1999, by Gábor Janik, who retains 95% ownership. Janik holds an MSc in Horticulture from the University of Horticultural Sciences (1986) and an Advanced Professional English Certification from the College of International Trade (1990). The company specializes in bird feed production and export, primarily serving markets in Italy, Germany, the Netherlands, and the UK, alongside cultivating and distributing imported/exported horticultural seeds. It maintains exclusive partnerships with JOEUN Seed (South Korea) and Takii Europe (Japan), a leader in professional seed breeding and production. Pannon Flora collaborates with certification bodies such as NÉBIH (National Food Chain Safety Office), MERT Kontroll, and SGS Hungary to ensure compliance and quality. The company works with approximately 400 Hungarian growers, ranging from small-scale producers (under 5 hectares) to mid-sized farms and large-scale agricultural enterprises. This profile emphasizes agribusiness expertise, technical partnerships, and operational scalability tailored to international client needs.
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