Astragalus altaicola
Astragalus altaicola, commonly known as a high-altitude medicinal legume, is a resilient plant native to the rugged terrains of Central Asia. Renowned in traditional medicine, it possesses unique bioactive compounds valued for their antioxidant and immunomodulatory properties, offering significant potential in supporting cellular health and combating oxidative stress.
- Scientific name: Astragalus altaicola
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Asia-Temperate
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it falls into the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. Finally, its specific taxonomic placement is within the genus Astragalus.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Fabales | WCVP |
| Family | Fabaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Astragalus | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus altaicola, is referred to by several common names in Chinese, including 阿尔泰黄芪 (zh), 阿尔泰黄芪 (zh-hans), and 阿尔泰黄芪 (zh-cn).| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 阿尔泰黄芪 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 阿尔泰黄芪 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 阿尔泰黄芪 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within the Eurasian continent. In the northern reaches of its range, it can be found growing in the Altai region of Siberia. Its presence extends southward into Central Asia, specifically within the borders of Kazakhstan. Furthermore, the species is well-established in the Xinjiang region of China. Finally, its natural habitat includes the vast territories of Mongolia.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Siberia | Altay | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
| Mongolia | Mongolia | WCVP |