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History of Echinacea Purpurea

Discover the magic of Echinaforce®

Echinacea was a key part of Native Americans’ healing knowledge, as shown by archaeological finds from 1600s Lakota Sioux villages.

Traditional healers used Echinacea for wounds, burns, toothaches, sore throats, coughs, stomach cramps, and insect and snakebites. Native American tribes shared their rich medical knowledge with European settlers.

Echinacea has repeatedly gained popularity for its immune-boosting effects, making it one of the most promising natural immunomodulators today.

1950: Alfred Vogel begins growing Echinacea seeds from South Dakota (USA) in his Swiss herbal gardens in Teufen and Engadin.
1955: He invents the first Echinacea tincture from these plants and introduced it to the market as Echinaforce®.
Today: Echinaforce® is represented in over 30 countries around the world.

The magic of Echinaforce®: What Makes it Unique

Sustainably & Organically Grown

A.Vogel‘s herbal plant cultivation is rooted in respect for nature. Our organic seeds come from our own harvest and are grown using controlled organic farming methods. Our soil is chemical-free, enriched with our own compost and weeded by hand.

We strictly adhere to the high standards of EU organic regulations.

Fresh Plant Power

Within 24 hours of harvesting, Echinacea is processed in A.Vogel‘s own production. From the freshly cut plants to maceration and final formulation (tinctures, tablets, or spray), every step is carefully monitored to ensure high quality standards.

Scientific research has shown that fresh Echinacea retains higher levels of active compounds compared to dried forms.

Harvested fresh, processed within 24 hours – preserving the natural power in every Echinaforce product.

 

Quality Control and Innovation – Our Commitment

At A.Vogel, Echinaforce is manufactured at a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) compliant facility. More than 160 quality steps – from seed to bottle – are involved, to ensure that each product contains stable, optimal concentrations of active ingredients.

Innovation and a pioneering spirit drive us forward.

Even after 70 years of Echinaforce®, we continue to develop new formulations and combinations by blending traditional plant knowledge with the latest scientific insights, constantly expanding our portfolio.

“Echinacea seems to have been used as a remedy for more ailments than any other plant.”
- American anthropologists Melvin R. Gilmore, 1911/1913