Astragalus chrysopterus
Astragalus chrysopterus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (5 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
, scientifically known as Astragalus chrysopterus, is a resilient medicinal herb native to specific high-altitude regions. Renowned for its potent bioactive compounds, this plant has long been utilized in traditional practices to bolster immune function and support vitality. Its unique botanical properties offer significant potential for contemporary therapeutic research.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Tragacantha Chrysoptera · Astragalus Chrysopterus Var. Wutaicus · 1 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus chrysopterusSynonyms
- Tragacantha chrysoptera
- Astragalus chrysopterus var. wutaicus
- Astragalus coronilloides
Sources: Wikidata, Catalogue of Life
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales, it is a member of the Fabaceae family. Finally, it is identified by its specific genus, Astragalus.
| Rank | Classification |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Streptophyta |
| Class | Equisetopsida |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae |
| Order | Fabales |
| Family | Fabaceae |
| Genus | Astragalus |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Distribution
This plant is primarily distributed across several key regions within China. It can be found growing in the South-Central parts of the country. Additionally, its range extends northward into the Inner Mongolia region. The species is also documented to inhabit China North-Central areas. Finally, its geographical presence includes the province of Qinghai.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| China | China South-Central |
| China | Inner Mongolia |
| China | China North-Central |
| China | Qinghai |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Astragalus chrysopterus has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Astrachrysoside A, Astrasieversianin XV, BETA-SITOSTEROL, Daucosterol, Soyasaponin I.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Astrachrysoside A | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Astrasieversianin XV | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| BETA-SITOSTEROL | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Daucosterol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Soyasaponin I | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Astrachrysoside A
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Astrasieversianin XV
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
BETA-SITOSTEROL
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Daucosterol
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica
Soyasaponin I
- Yao xue xue bao = Acta pharmaceutica Sinica