Organic Astragalus Root

Organic Astragalus Root Extract (Astragalus membranaceus)

Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus), known in Traditional Chinese Medicine as Huang Qi (黄耆), is a perennial herb native to northern and eastern China, Mongolia, and Korea, with a documented history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine spanning over 2,000 years. It is one of the most important tonic herbs in the Chinese Materia Medica and is classified as a superior herb — the highest category in TCM — meaning it is considered safe for long-term use and valued for its broad tonic and adaptogenic properties.

Astragalus belongs to the Fabaceae (legume) family and is classified as a Qi tonic, immune tonic, and adaptogenic herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Western herbal medicine. It is one of the most widely used and extensively researched tonic herbs in contemporary botanical science. This extract is prepared in 60% alcohol from certified organic Astragalus root.

Naturally Occurring Compounds

• Astragalosides — naturally occurring triterpenoid saponins unique to Astragalus species; the primary bioactive compounds in Astragalus root; Astragaloside IV is the most extensively researched of these compounds
• Cycloastragenol — a naturally occurring triterpenoid aglycone derived from astragalosides; one of the most researched naturally occurring compounds in contemporary botanical science
• Polysaccharides — including astragalans; naturally occurring immunomodulatory polysaccharides that are a key component of Astragalus’s traditional immune tonic properties
• Flavonoids — including calycosin, formononetin, and isoflavones characteristic of the Fabaceae family
• Amino acids — including γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and other naturally occurring amino acids
• Trace minerals — including selenium, zinc, and iron naturally present in the root

Traditional Herbal Use

Immune & Adaptogenic Wellness

Astragalus is one of the most important immune tonic and adaptogenic herbs in Traditional Chinese Medicine, with a 2,000-year history of traditional use for immune and adaptogenic wellness. It is classified as a Qi tonic herb in TCM — a category of herbs traditionally used to tonify and strengthen the body’s vital energy — and is one of the most widely used herbs in traditional herbal practice for immune and adaptogenic support. It is a foundational herb in many traditional TCM immune tonic formulas.

Cardiovascular & Circulatory Wellness

Astragalus has a long traditional history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for cardiovascular and circulatory wellness. It is classified as a cardiovascular tonic herb in TCM and is a common inclusion in traditional herbal formulas for cardiovascular support.

Metabolic Wellness

Astragalus has a traditional history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for metabolic wellness. Its naturally occurring polysaccharide and flavonoid content have generated significant scientific research interest in the context of metabolic support.

Antioxidant & Inflammatory Wellness

Astragalus is one of the most antioxidant-rich tonic herbs in the TCM tradition. Its naturally occurring astragaloside and flavonoid content have made it a traditional inclusion in herbal formulas for antioxidant and inflammatory wellness.

Respiratory Wellness

Astragalus has a traditional history of use in Traditional Chinese Medicine for respiratory wellness, particularly as a tonic herb for respiratory and immune support during seasonal wellness challenges.

How to Use

Take 20–30 drops under the tongue or in a little juice or water, up to 2–3 times daily, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Astragalus is traditionally used as a long-term tonic herb and is considered safe for extended use under practitioner guidance.

Precautions

Generally very well tolerated. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are taking immunosuppressant medications — Astragalus has immunomodulatory properties. Not recommended during acute illness — traditionally used as a tonic between illness episodes rather than during acute phases. Consult your healthcare practitioner before use if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Ingredients

Organic Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus) root, 60% alcohol.

Stack This With

• Echinacea Purpurea Extract — complementary immune herb
• Ashwagandha Extract — complementary adaptogenic tonic herb
• Reishi Mushroom Extract — complementary TCM immune tonic
• Gumpii Extract — foundational botanical base

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Content provided for informational purposes only. Not medical advice. Not intended to diagnose, treat, or cure any condition. Consult your healthcare practitioner.