Astragalus gummifer
Astragalus gummifer · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (44 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Astragalus gummifer, scientifically known as Astragalus gummifer, is a perennial legume native to East Asia, renowned for its potent medicinal properties. Highly valued in traditional Chinese medicine, it is primarily utilized to bolster immune function, enhance vitality, and promote longevity through its rich concentration of bioactive polysaccharides and saponins.
- Family
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- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
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- Common names
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- Scientific synonyms
- Not available
Names
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus gummiferDistribution
This plant, Astragalus gummifer, exhibits a specific geographical distribution concentrated within the Western Asian region. It can be found growing naturally across the diverse landscapes of Iran. The species also extends its range into the territories of Iraq. Additionally, it is documented to inhabit the mountainous and arid regions of the Lebanon-Syria border. Finally, the plant is widely distributed throughout the country of Türkiye.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Asia | Iran | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Iraq | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Türkiye | WCVP |
Chemicals
Astragalus gummifer has 15 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include ARABINOGALACTAN, Ash, D-galactose, D-galacturonic acid, D-xylose.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| ARABINOGALACTAN | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Ash | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-galactose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-galacturonic acid | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-xylose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| EO | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| L-arabinose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| L-fucose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| L-rhamnose | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Mucronulatol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
ARABINOGALACTAN
- Dr. Duke
Ash
- Dr. Duke
D-galactose
- Dr. Duke
D-galacturonic acid
- Dr. Duke
D-xylose
- Dr. Duke
EO
- Dr. Duke
L-arabinose
- Dr. Duke
L-fucose
- Dr. Duke
L-rhamnose
- Dr. Duke
Mucronulatol
- Dr. Duke
Activities
Astragalus gummifer has 29 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Absorbent, Acidulant, Antibacterial, Anticomplementary, Antidote (Iodine).
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Absorbent | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Acidulant | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antibacterial | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Anticomplementary | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antidote (Iodine) | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antileishmanic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antinesidioblastosic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antiotitic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antisalmonella | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Antivaginitic | Dr. Duke (and other 1 sources) | ★☆☆☆☆ |