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Astragalus

Astragalus membranaceous

Astragalus is native to Northern China and the elevated regions of the Chinese provinces. The Chinese name huang qi translates as "yellow leader," referring to the yellow color of the root and its status as one of the most important tonic herbs. Traditional Chinese Medicine used this herb for night sweats, deficiency of chi (e.g., fatigue, weakness, and loss of appetite), and diarrhea.