Astragalus lehmannianus
Astragalus lehmannianus, commonly known as a species of milkvetch, is a resilient medicinal plant native to specific high-altitude regions. Valued in traditional herbalism for its bioactive compounds, it offers potential therapeutic benefits. Understanding its unique phytochemical profile is essential for exploring its role in supporting immune health and longevity.
- Scientific name: Astragalus lehmannianus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Astragalus lehmannianus, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the family Fabaceae and 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, Astragalus lehmannianus, is known by several different common names across various Chinese linguistic designations. In standard Chinese (zh), it is referred to as 茧荚黄耆, 列氏脬萼黄芪, or 茧荚黄芪. These names are consistently represented in Simplified Chinese (zh-hans) and specifically within Mainland China (zh-cn) as 茧荚黄耆.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| zh | 茧荚黄耆 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 茧荚黄耆 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 茧荚黄耆 | Wikidata |
| zh | 列氏脬萼黄芪 | Wikidata |
| zh | 茧荚黄芪 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a specific geographical range spanning several distinct regions. In Eastern Europe, its presence is noted within South European Russia. Its distribution extends significantly into Central Asia, where it can be found in Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. Additionally, the species inhabits the Caucasus region, specifically within the North Caucasus. Collectively, these locations define the natural habitat of Astragalus lehmannianus.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Europe | South European Russia | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Kazakhstan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Turkmenistan | WCVP |
| Central Asia | Uzbekistan | WCVP |
| Caucasus | North Caucasus | WCVP |
| China | Xinjiang | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Astragalus lehmannianus, is a member of the legume family, and like many species within its genus, its reproductive cycle relies heavily on the production of specialized seeds. These seeds are contained within small, dehiscent pods that develop after successful flowering. In the context of medicinal botany, the seeds of various Astragalus species are often studied for their unique chemical compositions, though the primary therapeutic interest in this specific genus frequently centers on the roots; nevertheless, the seeds remain a vital component of the plant's biological life cycle and potential phytochemical profile.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| seeds | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Astragalus lehmannianus has 5 reported phytochemicals identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include D-galactose, D-mannose, alpha-D-galactopyranose, galactomannan, galactose.
- Total chemicals
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| D-galactose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| D-mannose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| alpha-D-galactopyranose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galactomannan | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| galactose | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |