Astragalus

Scientific Name: Astragalus membranaceus

Description

Root used as qi tonic (Huangqi).

Therapeutic Properties

Immune modulator; Tonic

Temperament

Warm

How to Use

Decoction; Capsules

Dosage

Per label (slices in decoctions)

Precautions

Autoimmune caution; pregnancy safety unclear

Replacement / Alternatives

Codonopsis; Reishi

References

VASCAN; Native American Ethnobotany