Pueraria alopecuroides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Craib
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1910: 276 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197988
Common Names
- Pueraria alopecuroides
- Alopecuroides Pueraria
- Alopecuroides Kudzu
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pueraria alopecuroides (also called Foxtail Kudzu, among many other common names) is a perennial vine with trifoliate leaves and small white flowers. It is native to China and is commonly found in woodlands and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Pueraria alopecuroides is used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antifungal properties. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pueraria alopecuroides are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
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Pueraria alopecuroides can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a warm, sunny location in well-drained soil. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be thinned to allow for adequate space for growth. The plants should be fertilized every few weeks with a balanced fertilizer. The plants should be kept in full sun and the soil should be kept moist but not soggy.
Where to Find Pueraria alopecuroides
Pueraria alopecuroides is native to tropical regions of Asia and can be found in moist, well-drained soils.
Pueraria alopecuroides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pueraria alopecuroides?
Pueraria alopecuroides
What is the common name of Pueraria alopecuroides?
Hairy Kudzu
What is the family of Pueraria alopecuroides?
Fabaceae
Species in the Pueraria genus
Pueraria mirifica, Pueraria tuberosa, Pueraria montana, Pueraria candollei, Pueraria imbricata, Pueraria maesenii, Pueraria alopecuroides, Pueraria calycina, Pueraria edulis, Pueraria bella, Pueraria garhwalensis, Pueraria lacei, Pueraria sikkimensis, Pueraria neocaledonica, Pueraria pulcherrima, Pueraria pulcherrima, Pueraria bouffordii, Pueraria xyzhui, Pueraria grandiflora,
Species in the Fabaceae family
References
William Grant Craib (1882-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Craib' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Pueraria alopecuroides Craib: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.