Herb Directory
Astragalus
Alternative Name:
Astragalus membranaceus
(Astragalus membranaceus) is a perennial flowering plant belonging to the Fabaceae family. It is native to the northern regions of China and Mongolia.
For centuries, it has been a staple in traditional Chinese medicine, where it is known as Huang Qi (meaning “yellow leader”). The name refers to both the colored interior of the root and the plant’s esteemed position among Chinese medicine practitioners. Astragalus is administered primarily as a Qi tonic, supporting overall vitality and well-being. It has a rich history, with its first recorded use dating back over 2,000 years in ancient Chinese texts.
Today, it remains one of the fundamental herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) and is listed as an official drug in the modern Pharmacopoeia of the People’s Republic of China.
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