Astragalus glycyphyllos
Liquorice milkvetch
Astrahalus glycyphyllos, commonly known as Astragalus or Milkvetch, is a cornerstone of Traditional Chinese Medicine. Renowned for its potent adaptogenic properties, this medicinal root is primarily used to bolster the immune system, enhance vitality, and support long-term longevity by strengthening the body's protective energy, known as Qi.
- Scientific name: Astragalus glycyphyllos
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta within the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Fabales and the family Fabaceae. It is specifically identified by the genus Astragalus, with the species name glycyphyllos.
| 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 glycyphyllos, is recognized by various common names across different languages. In Poland, it is referred to as Traganek szerokolistny, while in Russia, it is called Астрагал сладколистный. The Finnish name for this species is imeläkurjenhernne, and in Estonia, it is known as magus hundihammas. Additionally, in Ukraine, it is commonly called Астрагал солодколистий.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| pl | Traganek szerokolistny | Wikidata |
| ru | Астрагал сладколистный | Wikidata |
| fi | imeläkurjenherne | Wikidata |
| uk | Астрагал солодколистий | Wikidata |
| et | magus hundihammas | Wikidata |
| de | Bärenschote | Wikidata |
| sl | sladki grahovec | Wikidata |
| az | Biyanyarpaq gəvən | Wikidata |
| lt | Saldžialapė kulkšnė | Wikidata |
| hsb | Lěsny kozync | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions in Northern Europe. It can be found growing within the borders of Denmark and Finland. Additionally, its presence extends to the landscapes of Great Britain. The species is also documented to inhabit parts of Norway. Finally, its range includes the territory of Sweden.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Finland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Sweden | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
Chemicals
Astragalus glycyphyllos has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include coumestrol, isoflavone.
- Total chemicals
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| coumestrol | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoflavone | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |