Astragalus rousseanus
Astragalus rousseanus · Accepted scientific name
Scientific literature: Very Sparse (2 studies) · ★☆☆☆☆
Astragalus rousseanus, scientifically known as Astragalus rousseanus, is a significant medicinal herb deeply rooted in traditional Eastern medicine. Renowned for its potent immunomodulatory properties, this plant is frequently utilized to enhance vitality, support respiratory health, and bolster the body's natural defenses against various ailments through its unique bioactive compounds.
- Family
- Fabaceae
- Native range
- Asia-Temperate
- Parts used
- Not available
- Common names
- Not available
- Scientific synonyms
- Tragacantha Rousseana · Astragalus Gummifer Var. Hispidulus · 3 more
Names and Synonyms
Scientific Names
Accepted name
Astragalus rousseanusSynonyms
- Tragacantha rousseana
- Astragalus gummifer var. hispidulus
- Astragalus malacotrichus
- Astracantha rousseana
- Astragalus acanthostachys
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta, falling under the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae. Within the order Fabales, it is classified under the family Fabaceae and the genus Astragalus. As a member of the Astragalus genus, Astragalus rousseanus represents a specific medicinal species within this diverse botanical group.
| 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, Astragalus rousseanus, exhibits a specific geographical range within the Western Asian region. Its distribution is primarily concentrated in the Levant area, spanning from Lebanon to Syria. Additionally, the species can be found extending further north into the territory of Türkiye. These locations represent the known natural habitats where the medicinal plant thrives. Understanding this limited distribution is essential for studying its local ecology and conservation needs.
| Region | Area |
|---|---|
| Western Asia | Lebanon-Syria |
| Western Asia | Türkiye |
Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)
Chemicals
Astragalus rousseanus has 2 reported phytochemicals identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Antioxidant Activity, Phytol.
| Chemical | Supporting sources | Consensus |
|---|---|---|
| Antioxidant Activity | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Phytol | 1 supporting sources | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Antioxidant Activity
- Chemistry & biodiversity
Phytol
- Chemistry & biodiversity