At ACPFOOD, we supply premium bulk dried echinacea (Echinacea purpurea) to wholesalers, distributors, and exporters worldwide. Our carefully harvested dried coneflowers are ideal for the herbal, pharmaceutical, and natural products industries, ensuring consistent quality and reliable supply for bulk buyers.
Wholesale Supply of Dried Purple Coneflower
Product Code: HER-014
Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 300 kg
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Our bulk dried echinacea is carefully harvested and dried to provide consistent quality for wholesalers, distributors, and exporters in the herbal and pharmaceutical industries. At ACPFOOD, we supply Echinacea purpurea wholesale and dried coneflower in bulk quantities, making us a trusted supplier for international buyers seeking premium natural herbs.
ACPFOOD supplies Bulk Dried Echinacea, sourced from high-altitude regions of Iran where Echinacea purpurea is cultivated under clean, pesticide-free agricultural conditions. Known worldwide for its immune-modulating properties, Bulk Dried Echinacea is widely used in nutraceuticals, pharmaceuticals, herbal teas, tinctures, and natural immune-support formulations.
Our Bulk Dried Echinacea includes high-quality dried petals, leaves, and aerial parts, processed under controlled drying conditions to preserve their active compounds such as cichoric acid, alkamides, and polysaccharides. These bioactive components make Bulk Dried Echinacea a preferred ingredient for manufacturers producing immune-boosting supplements, cold & flu formulations, and functional wellness products.
ACPFOOD ensures full traceability, rigorous laboratory testing, and international-grade export packaging. With consistent availability and reliable logistics, we are a trusted global supplier of Bulk Dried Echinacea for companies across Europe, North America, and Asia.
🏭 Industrial Applications
✔️ Nutraceutical & Pharmaceutical
Used in immune-support capsules, tablets, tinctures, and syrups
Key ingredient in cold & flu herbal formulations
Supports respiratory and general immune health
✔️ Herbal Tea & Beverage Industry
Used in herbal tea blends for wellness and immunity
Adds color, flavor, and therapeutic properties
✔️ Cosmetic & Skincare
Extracts applied in anti-inflammatory and antioxidant skincare products
Used in toners, serums, and herbal creams
✔️ Functional Food Manufacturers
Added to immune-support powders and wellness blends
🌱 Product Specifications
Parameter
Description
Botanical Name
Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench
Common Name
Purple Coneflower
Parts Offered
Dried flowers, aerial parts, leaves
Purity
≥ 98%
Moisture
≤ 10%
Processing Method
Shade-dried, mechanically cleaned
Color
Purple petals, green leaves
Origin
Iran
Shelf Life
24 months
🌍 Why Choose ACPFOOD for Bulk Dried Echinacea
✔️ Reliable supplier of Bulk Dried Echinacea with consistent annual production
✔️ High levels of cichoric acid and alkamides due to optimal cultivation conditions
✔️ Laboratory-tested (microbiology, heavy metals, phytochemicals)
✔️ Clean, pesticide-free raw material
✔️ Export packaging suitable for long-term storage and global transport
✔️ Professional documentation (CoA, TDS, MSDS) included with every shipment
ACPFOOD is a trusted exporter of Bulk Dried Echinacea, serving nutraceutical companies, herbal product manufacturers, extract producers, and wellness brands worldwide.
🚚 Delivery Options
🌍 Direct Export from Iran – Available worldwide 🇪🇺 EU Deliveries: DDP from Heppenheim, Germany (MOQ: 500 Kg) 🇨🇦 Canada & 🇨🇳 China: DDP (MOQ: 500 Kg) 🇺🇸 USA: DAP (MOQ: 1000 Kg) 🚢 All Other Countries: CIF shipping available
Bright and healthy coneflower ready for harvest
Scientific name: Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench
Synonyms: Rudbeckia purpurea L.
English Name: Purple Coneflower
Other Names in English (UK, USA, Canada, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand): Eastern Purple Coneflower, Broad Leaved Purple Coneflower
Family: Asteraceae
GENERAL DATA
Plant parts: Leaves, Flowers Cultivation mode: Wild Collection\Cultivated In manufacturing: Roots and plant material for medicinal/dietary uses are generally marketed to herbalists, manufacturers, distributors, and pharmaceutical companies.
Echinacea being sold including ointments, lotions, creams, tinctures, liquid and dry extracts, and toothpaste. In food: Tea.
🌸 Industries That Use Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea L.)
Here’s a structured overview of Purple Coneflower, a widely cultivated and pharmacologically significant flowering plant in the daisy family (Asteraceae), native to North America and now globally popular in herbal medicine.
🌿 What Is Purple Coneflower?
Echinacea purpurea is a perennial herb recognized for its striking purple flowers and potent immunomodulatory effects. The root, leaves, and flowering tops are all used medicinally. It contains caffeic acid derivatives (e.g., chicoric acid), alkylamides, glycoproteins, and polysaccharides—all of which contribute to its health-promoting properties.
✅ Especially known for immune system support and anti-inflammatory potential ✅ Approved in several pharmacopeias and herbal compendia (e.g., European Medicines Agency, USP)
Open-air drying of Echinacea leaves and flowers
1. Nutraceutical & Dietary Supplement Industry
The leading sector utilizing Purple Coneflower is the natural health products industry, where it’s marketed for immune boosting and cold/flu symptom relief.
Combination blends with Elderberry, zinc, and vitamin C
✅ Particularly popular during cold/flu season and in wellness protocols ✅ Used in both acute and preventive immunity regimens
2. Pharmaceutical & Herbal Medicine Industry
Echinacea is included in traditional and evidence-based phytomedicine, particularly in Europe and North America.
Medical Uses:
Adjunct therapy for upper respiratory tract infections (URTIs)
Anti-inflammatory support for tonsillitis, pharyngitis, or sinusitis
Topical use in wound healing and dermatological inflammation
✅ Registered in monographs by ESCOP, WHO, and Commission E ✅ Often prescribed in liquid extract or standardized tablets
3. Cosmetic & Personal Care Industry
Due to its antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties, Echinacea is used in cosmetic formulations targeting sensitive, acne-prone, and aging skin.
Rich in alkylamides, caffeic acid derivatives, and polysaccharides
Strong reputation as an immune-enhancing botanical
Used in both preventive and therapeutic contexts
Popular across Western herbalism, homeopathy, and cosmeceuticals
Suitable for liquid, solid, and topical formulations
PRODUCT NAME IN DIFFERENT LANGUAGES
Persian Name: سرخارگل/ Sarkhar Gol German Name (Deutschland, Austria, Switzerland): Purpur Sonnenhut, roter Sonnenhut French Name (France, Belgium, Switzerland, Quebec): –
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Fresh Echinacea purpurea flowers grown for herbal use
About Echinacea Purpurea
Purple Coneflower is a herbaceous perennial with a tapering, slightly spiral longitudinally furrowed root, conical heads with purple ray florets and yellowish purple disc florets on a high cone and 4-angled achenes. It is a native of Europe and America.
Bulk dried echinacea supplied for wholesale buyers
Echinacea Purpurea Health Benefits
This flower is said to have immune stimulating properties. It is also an alterative and aphrodisiac. It is recommended for colds, coughs and flu for which the polysaccharides inulin and arabinogalactan are said to be responsible.
🌸 Nutrition Facts – Purple Coneflower (Echinacea purpurea L.)
(Dried aerial parts – leaves, flowers, and stems)
Serving Size: 2 g (~1 tablespoon dried herb for infusion or decoction) Calories: ~5 kcal
Nutrient
Amount per 2g
Per 100g
Total Fat
0.03 g
1.5 g
• Saturated Fat
0.005 g
0.25 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
0 mg
Sodium
0.5 mg
25 mg
Total Carbohydrate
1.0 g
50.0 g
• Dietary Fiber
0.3 g
15.0 g
• Natural Sugars
0.05 g
2.5 g
Protein
0.2 g
10.0 g
🌿 Phytochemical & Functional Profile (Per 100g):
Compound / Group
Approx. Content
Functional Role
Caffeic acid derivatives (e.g., cichoric acid)
Moderate–high
Immunomodulatory, antiviral, antioxidant
Polysaccharides & Glycoproteins
Moderate
Immune stimulation, anti-inflammatory
Alkamides
Moderate
Anti-inflammatory, enhances immune cell communication
Flavonoids (quercetin, kaempferol)
Present
Antioxidant, vascular support
Volatile oils
Trace
Aromatic, mild antimicrobial
🧬 Vitamins & Minerals (Per 100g, dried):
Micronutrient
Approx. Content
% DV (per 100g)
Calcium
~250 mg
25%
Iron
~5.0 mg
28%
Magnesium
~120 mg
30%
Potassium
~700 mg
20%
Vitamin C
~14 mg
15%
Zinc
~1.1 mg
10%
🌸 Echinacea purpurea is one of the most studied medicinal herbs for immune health. Traditionally used to reduce the severity and duration of colds, flu, and infections, and often included in teas, extracts, and lozenges.
✅ Caffeine-free, rich in polyphenols and immune-supporting compounds. Can be used in herbal blends, syrups, or encapsulated powder.
⚠️ Use short-term during infections; not recommended for individuals with autoimmune disorders or those taking immunosuppressants.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Values are approximate and depend on the growing region and plant part ratio.
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Research & Studies
Bulk Dried Echinacea – Research & Applications of Purple Coneflower
Dried Echinacea (Purple Coneflower) from Echinacea purpurea (L.) Moench is one of the most intensively studied immune-support botanicals worldwide. Modern reviews describe a rich profile of caffeic-acid derivatives (especially cichoric acid), alkamides and polysaccharides with immunomodulatory, antiviral, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and hepatoprotective activities – all highly relevant for manufacturers looking to buy dried Echinacea in bulk for immune-health products. phcogrev.com+1
Importantly for dried Echinacea bulk sourcing from Iran, analytical work on Iranian-cultivated E. purpurea shows cichoric acid levels comparable to North-American material, confirming that Iranian crops can meet international quality expectations for this key biomarker. ResearchGate+1
1. Phytochemistry & immunological profile of Echinacea purpurea
Comprehensive pharmacognosy and phytotherapy reviews highlight that:
Alkamides, caffeic-acid derivatives (cichoric, chlorogenic and related acids) and polysaccharides are the main bioactive groups driving immune and anti-inflammatory effects. phcogrev.com+1
These compounds modulate innate and adaptive immunity, including macrophage activation, cytokine balance, and antioxidant defence. DergiPark+1
For Echinacea purpurea bulk buyers, this translates into a clear technical story when positioning pharmaceutical grade Echinacea purpurea herb and bulk dried Echinacea for immune support formulas in international markets.
Iranian research and cultivation
Iranian universities and research centres have played a notable role in optimising E. purpurea quality and yields:
All of this underpins Iran as a credible origin for bulk dried Echinacea for export, especially when you present yourself as a specialised Echinacea purpurea raw material supplier.
A recent meta-analysis on children with upper respiratory tract infections (URTI) found that E. purpureareduced treatment duration, number of episodes and antibiotic use, with acceptable safety. PubMed+1
Newer data and antiviral work
The 2024 ERA-PRIMA meta-analysis showed that Echinacea can lower antibiotic prescribing by reducing recurrent respiratory tract infections and complications, reinforcing its role as an immune-support ingredient. https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/13/4/364
Recent reviews and experimental work describe broad antiviral effects of E. purpurea extracts, including activity against respiratory viruses and SARS-CoV-2 variants in vitro, supporting the positioning of bulk dried Echinacea for tinctures and extracts used in modern immune formulas. https://www.mdpi.com/2223-7747/11/9/1244; https://www.mdpi.com/2076-2607/10/11/2145
These findings are particularly valuable for brands and formulators in the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa who need strong literature support when they buy dried Echinacea in bulk for over-the-counter immune products, bulk dried Echinacea for capsules and tablets, and wholesale dried Echinacea for nutraceuticals.
3. Regional context – UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand & South Africa
UK and EU manufacturers use this dossier-type evidence when formulating traditional herbal medicinal products (THMPs) for colds and flu-like symptoms.
This regulatory background favours premium dried Echinacea purpurea wholesale to European brands that rely on documented pharmaceutical grade Echinacea purpurea herb and transparent Echinacea purpurea wholesale price for importers.
USA & Canada
North-American studies, summarised in pharmacology reviews, have explored E. purpurea in experimental rhinovirus infections, common colds and immune-modulation trials, with several products showing reductions in symptom burden or cold days, even though not all trials are positive. PMC+2
Canadian and US researchers have also contributed to detailed phytochemical and analytical methods, which are widely used as references for quality control of Echinacea raw materials and finished products. DergiPark+1
For this region, bulk dried Echinacea for immune support formulas, bulk dried Echinacea for tinctures and extracts, and bulk dried Echinacea for capsules and tablets are core categories where a reliable wholesale Echinacea purpurea supplier with Iranian origin can stand out on purity and consistency.
Australia & New Zealand
Australian clinical work has investigated Echinacea for travellers’ respiratory symptoms on long-haul flights, finding preventive benefits for upper respiratory complaints when taken before and during travel. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15853441/
ANZ practitioners and naturopathic brands frequently cite these and European data when formulating seasonal immune products and travel-immune formulas.
Here, organic Echinacea purpurea for herbal tea and bulk dried Echinacea for traditional medicine manufacturers are attractive, especially when combined with transparent Iranian sourcing and full documentation.
South Africa
South African and international reviews on immune botanicals often include Echinacea as a reference immune-support herb, and local nutraceutical companies import Echinacea as a key ingredient in immune, respiratory and winter-season formulations. Wikipedia+1
For this region, a dependable Echinacea purpurea raw material supplier who can provide high-quality dried Echinacea for export and competitive Echinacea purpurea wholesale price for importers is vital for long-term contracts.
4. Safety, tolerability & quality considerations
General safety
A systematic review on the safety of Echinacea products found that short-term use is generally well tolerated, with mainly mild, transient adverse events such as gastrointestinal upset or rash; rare allergic reactions (including severe ones) have been reported, so caution is advised in people with allergies or asthma. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/15853441/
The NIH LiverTox database notes that Echinacea has not usually been linked to clinically apparent liver injury, though isolated case reports of hepatitis exist; overall risk appears low but product quality and possible contaminants are important. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK548440/
Quality & standardisation
Both EMA and analytical reviews emphasise the importance of cichoric acid and alkamides as quality markers for E. purpurea, supporting rigorous HPLC or similar methods in industrial QC. phcogrev.com+2
Iranian studies confirm that Echinacea purpurea cultivated in Iran can match reference levels of cichoric acid, supporting Iran as a serious origin for dried Echinacea bulk sourcing from Iran. ResearchGate+1
These safety and quality data are directly relevant to Echinacea purpurea bulk buyers and regulators evaluating bulk dried Echinacea for export, especially into tightly regulated markets.
5. Commercial & sourcing note (acpfood.com)
Based on this global evidence, ACPFOOD can credibly present itself as a specialised partner for Bulk Dried Echinacea from Iran by offering:
Consistent, lab-tested lots for clients who want to buy dried Echinacea in bulk with full specs (moisture, ash, microbiology, pesticides, heavy metals, key actives).
bulk dried Echinacea for tinctures and extracts, and
bulk dried Echinacea for capsules and tablets.
Positioning as a wholesale Echinacea purpurea supplier and Echinacea purpurea raw material supplier for brands, contract manufacturers and bulk dried Echinacea for traditional medicine manufacturers across the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and South Africa.
Competitive, stable Echinacea purpurea wholesale price for importers, backed by controlled cultivation and dried Echinacea bulk sourcing from Iran that meets international quality benchmarks – ideal for premium dried Echinacea purpurea wholesale and high-quality dried Echinacea for export.
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