Herb Pharm Echinacea is extracted from the fresh (never dried) root of Certified Organic Echinacea purpurea plants grown on their own farms in southern Oregon. To assure optimal extraction of Echinaceas bioactive compounds, they harvest the roots during the autumn and promptly extract them while still fresh and succulent. The herb is extracted in small batches with Certified Organic cane alcohol for potency and to maintain the balance of phytochemicals as they exist in the plant. Herb Pharm assures herb identity via macroscopic and organoleptic analysis, then confirms it through methods such as HPTLC fingerprinting specific to each herb. The formula is easily dispensed, taken in liquid form and added to water or other liquid.Suggested UseSHAKE WELL BEFORE USING Two to five times per day take 30 to 40 drops in a little water.Amount Per Serving Echinacea root (Echinacea purpurea) extract 649 mg Other Ingredients: certified organic cane alcohol (46-56%), distilled water.