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Astragalus sinicus (1 Page of 5) The Astragalus sinicus plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses 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].
Edible Uses: Young leaves - cooked[177, 179].
Seed[179]. No more details on its use[K]. The seed contains 36.6% protein and 5.3% fat[218].
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