African Potato vs Milk Vetch

A tuberous plant native to southern Africa widely used in traditional medicine for immune support and general wellness.

This species is closely related to the primary Astragalus (A. membranaceus) and is sometimes used interchangeably in Chinese medicine. It is included in many patent Chinese herbal formulas for immune support. Like its close relative, it is valued for Qi tonification and immune-modulating properties.

Hypoxoside, Rooperol, Sterols, Sterolins

Astragalosides, Polysaccharides, Flavonoids, Isoflavonoids, Saponins

Immune system support, Urinary tract health, Prostate health

Immune tonic, Qi tonification, Spleen support, Lung tonic, Edema treatment

Immune modulation, Antioxidant properties, BPH symptom relief

Immune system support, Chronic fatigue, Recurrent infections, Adjunct cancer support, Kidney protection

2400mg dried root daily

250-500mg extract 2-3 times daily, or 9-30g dried root in decoction

Autoimmune conditions, Concurrent immunosuppressant therapy

Autoimmune conditions, Immunosuppressant medications, Active infections (some practitioners avoid)

GI upset, Bone marrow suppression at high doses

GI upset, Mild diarrhea, Allergic reactions (rare)