Astragalus trigonus
Astragalus trigonus, commonly known as Milkvetch or Chinese Milkvetch, is a versatile medicinal herb valued in traditional practices. Renowned for its immune-boosting and anti-inflammatory properties, it is frequently used to support vitality and treat various ailments. This resilient legume offers significant therapeutic potential for enhancing overall wellness and longevity.
- Scientific name: Astragalus trigonus
- Family: Fabaceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae in the order Fabales. Finally, it is a member of the family Fabaceae and is identified by 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, known scientifically as Astragalus trigonus, is referred to by the common name قتاد مثلث in Arabic.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| ar | قتاد مثلث | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant, Astragalus trigonus, exhibits a specific geographical distribution across several regions of the African continent. In Northern Africa, it can be found within the territories of Algeria and Egypt. Its presence also extends to the North African nations of Libya and Morocco. Additionally, the species is located in West Tropical Africa, specifically within the borders of Mali. These scattered locations highlight its ability to inhabit diverse environments across these distinct zones.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Africa | Algeria | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Egypt | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Libya | WCVP |
| Northern Africa | Morocco | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mali | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Mauritania | WCVP |
| West Tropical Africa | Niger | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Chad | WCVP |
| Northeast Tropical Africa | Sudan-South Sudan | WCVP |
| Western Asia | Palestine | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, known scientifically as Astragalus trigonus, is highly valued in traditional medicine primarily for its medicinal properties found within its roots. The roots of this species are the most significant part used in pharmacological applications, often being harvested, dried, and processed to extract bioactive compounds. These root systems are carefully collected to ensure the potency of the plant's therapeutic benefits, which are central to its use in various herbal remedies.- Total parts
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| roots | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Astragalus trigonus has 6 reported phytochemicals identified across 6 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include 7-hydroxy-2',3',4'-trimethoxyisoflavan, astragaloside I, astragaloside II, trigonoside I, trigonoside II.
- Total chemicals
- 6
- Scientific sources
- 6
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| 7-hydroxy-2',3',4'-trimethoxyisoflavan | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| astragaloside I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| astragaloside II | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trigonoside I | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trigonoside II | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| trigonoside III | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Astragalus trigonus has 1 reported activities identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antimicrobial.
- Total activities
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Antimicrobial | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |