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Fabaceae
Chinese Milkvetch Flower
Astragalus membranaceus
Inner strength.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Genus
- Astragalus
- Native to
- China, Mongolia, Korea
- Bloom season
- Summer
- Type
- perennial
- Height
- 1-3 ft
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil
- well-drained, sandy
- Water
- moderate
- Hardiness
- 5-9
- Lifespan
- perennial
Did you know
- The root, known as huang qi, is one of the most important herbs in traditional Chinese medicine.
- Studies have shown that astragalus root extract can stimulate telomerase activity, linked to cellular anti-aging.
- The root must grow for four to seven years before it is considered potent enough for medicinal harvest.
- Astragalus is an adaptogen, meaning it helps the body resist physical and mental stress.
- The genus Astragalus is one of the largest in the plant kingdom with over 3,000 species worldwide.
Color meanings
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vitality
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protection
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longevity