Botanical Name: Astragalus membranaceus

Benefits & Uses of Astragalus: Anti-Inflammatory, Antiviral, Asthma, Cold / Flu, Diuretic, Energy, Heart, Immune, Liver, Stress, Wounds

Key Constituents: Triterpene saponins, Isoflavonoids, Polysaccharides, Phytosterols

Key Actions: Adaptongen, Immune Stimulant, Diuretic, Vasodilator, Antiviral

Parts used of Astragalus: Roots

Parts Best used: Dried or Fresh

Ways to Prepare Astragalus: Capsules, Decoction, Elixir, Honey, Powder, Syrup, Tablets, Tea, Tincture

Culinary Uses: You can include the root in soups, but it’s advisable to take it out before consuming, as it is too fibrous to be enjoyable.

Safety & Contraindications: Do not use with immunosuppressive drugs It is advisable to seek guidance from a licensed healthcare professional prior to using herbal remedies, especially if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking any medications.

Recipes in Books:
Alchemy of Herbs, Rosalee De La Foret: Astragalus Chai p.311, Astragalus and Cardamom Rice p.312, Astragalus Bone Broth p.313
The Woman's Herbal Apothecary, JJ Pursell: Herbal Soup Packet p.148, Post-Delivery Recovery Tincture for Stamina p.150, Peace of Mind Cordial p.202
Sweet Remedies, Dawn Combs: Well Fast Honey Spread p.94
Herbal Revolution, Kathi Langelier: Elderberry Syrup with Reishi + Roots p.61, "Give Beets a Chance" Soup p.124-25, Iron Maiden Syrup p.100, Lionhearted Tincture p.119, Love Your Liver Elixir p.49, Medicinal Mushroom Soup Stock p.69, Roasted Roots Dark Coffee Brew p.24.

Growing
Astragalus

Plant Type:
Perennial

Sprouts in:
3-10 days

Sun Exposure:
Full sun to partial shade

Plant Zone:
4-10

Soil Ph:
6.5-7. Neutral to Alkaline pH

Planting Space:
12-15"

Plant Height:
4'

When To Plant:
Begin your stratification in mid to late winter, then start your seeds indoors

Container Friendly

Plant Maintenance: Low

Easiest To Grow From: Seed

Seeds & Companion Plants

Seeds benefit from Cold Stratification for: 21 days

Harvesting & Preserving

**When foraging for wild herbs, be sure to pay attention to where you are getting it from. Be cautious about harvesting plants grown in potentially contaminated areas like roadsides, driveways, unfamiliar terrain, and areas that may have been sprayed with herbicides.

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