Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
candollei
ID:
194516

Status:
valid

Authors:
Wall. ex Benth.

Source:
ildis

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
J. Linn. Soc., Bot.9: 123 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193845

Common Names

  • Kudzu
  • Japanese Arrowroot
  • Giant Climbing Bean

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Synonyms

  • Pueraria candollei candollei [unknown]

Description

Pueraria candollei (also called Kudzu, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Asia. It has small purple flowers and grows in sandy soils in open grasslands and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Pueraria candollei is used as a forage crop for livestock, as a soil cover crop, and as an ornamental plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pueraria candollei is white in color and has a typical pea-like shape. The seed is a small, dark brown, flattened legume. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single root.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pueraria candollei is a perennial plant that can be propagated by seed. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 8-10. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Pueraria candollei

Pueraria candollei is native to Southeast Asia.

Pueraria candollei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pueraria candollei?

Pueraria candollei

What is the common name of Pueraria candollei?

Candolle's kudzu

What is the native range of Pueraria candollei?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.