Herbs: Astragalus membranaceus
Botanical name: Astragalus membranaceus
Common name: membranous milk-vetch
also known as (astragalus, huang qi)
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| Soil: | damp, neutral, sand |
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| Zones: | 4a thru 8b |
| Care: |
average
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| Lifespan: |
perennial
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| Attributes: |
edible, drought tolerant |
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description for "Herbs: Astragalus membranaceus"
Astragalus (or membranous milk-vetch), a China native known as "huang qi," is one of the most popular herbs in Chinese medicine. Related to the vetches, this, too, has sprawling hairy stems, leaves divided into leaflets, and pale yellow pea-like blooms. The name "huang qi" refers to the yellow roots of the plant and its status as an important medicinal herb. Harvest root after 4 years. Gardeners in northern zones should keep the tender perennials and desirable annual herbs indoors during the cold months. -- edited by dtd pbcouchman
History:
Astragalus membranaceus is native to temperate Asia.
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