Status:
valid
Authors:
Pamp.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Nuovo Giorn. Bot. Ital., n.s., 17: 28 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000197991
Common Names
- Pueraria edulis
- Edulis Pueraria
- Edulis Kudzu
Synonyms
- Pueraria bicalcarata Gagnep. [valid]
- Pueraria quadristipellata C.B.Clarke ex W.W.Sm. [valid]
- Pueraria edulis likiangensis P.C.Li [unknown]
Description
Pueraria edulis (also called Edible 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 edulis 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 edulis are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pueraria edulis 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 edulis
Pueraria edulis is native to tropical regions of Asia and can be found in moist, well-drained soils.
Pueraria edulis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pueraria edulis?
Pueraria edulis
What is the common name of Pueraria edulis?
Edible Kudzu
What is the family of Pueraria edulis?
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