Astragalus sinicus
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The Astragalus sinicus plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Leguminosae family.

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Latin Name:  Astragalus sinicus
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  L.
 
Known Hazards:  Many members of this genus contain toxic glycosides[65]. All species with edible seedpods can be distinguished by their fleshy round or oval seedpod that looks somewhat like a greengage[85]. A number of species can also accumulate toxic levels of selenium when grown in soils that are relatively rich in that element[65].
 
Mature Height:  0.22   Mature Width:  
 
Habitat:  Naturalized in Japan where it grows around paddy fields[58].

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