Ajuga turkestanica
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Summary
Source: WikipediaAjuga turkestanica is a herbaceous flowering plant native to Central Asia. It was first described in 1894.
Description
Ajuga turkestanica is a temperate herb in the mint family Lamiaceae.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are reportedly edible, though this use is uncertain.
Medicinal Uses
Although A. turkestanica, alongside many other Ajuga species, is claimed to have medicinal effects, there is no scientific evidence that it has clinical uses as a therapeutic. Bodybuilding supplements containing extracts of A. turkestanica can be found on the Internet. A. turkestanica contains ecdysteroid derivatives such as turkesterone, though whether these produce anabolic effects in mammals is unclear, and there is no clear evidence of effects on muscle. Some proponents claim it promotes muscle growth and enhances recovery, although a study published in 2024 concluded that four weeks of supplementation with 500 mg of turkesterone did not affect body composition in active, healthy males and females.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Central Asia, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan,
