SEEDS AVAILABLE:
- Sow 8 weeks before frost
- Easy warm germinator
- 7-14 days to germination
- 20 seeds
PLANT PROFILE:
Traditional Chinese medicinal (Root)
Zone: 5-9
Height: 30-120cm [1-4ft]
Spread: 30-120cm [1-4ft]
Flower: White to light yellow June to August
Foliage: Gray-green, feathery leaves (legume)
Light: Full sun
Water: Little; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Well-drained, on the dry side; prefers slightly basic
Seed: Typical legume pods
Astragalus membranaceus (Huang Qi)
$5.00Price
Huang Qi is commonly used in Chinese herbalism, where it is considered to be one of the 50 fundamental herbs. The root (at least 2 yr old) is a sweet tonic herb that stimulates the immune system and many organs of the body, whilst lowering blood pressure and blood sugar levels. The plant is often used in conjunction with other herbs.
