Pueraria grandiflora - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Pan bis & Bing Liu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa203: 287 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341907
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Pueraria grandiflora (also called Large-Flowered Pueraria, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Fabaceae. It is a small, herbaceous perennial with a single, erect stem and opposite leaves. It is native to China, and is found in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pueraria grandiflora has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for the treatment of fever, headaches, and rheumatism.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pueraria grandiflora has large, white flowers with yellow centers and a sweet, fragrant scent. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate with a few leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pueraria grandiflora can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun to partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Pueraria grandiflora
Pueraria grandiflora is native to China and can be found in the Yunnan province.
Pueraria grandiflora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pueraria grandiflora?
Pueraria grandiflora
What is the natural habitat of Pueraria grandiflora?
Pueraria grandiflora is found in Thailand.
What is the flowering season of Pueraria grandiflora?
Pueraria grandiflora flowers in the spring and summer months.
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
Bing Liu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bing Liu' in the authors string.
Bo Pan: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Pan bis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77145972-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Pueraria grandiflora B.Pan bis & Bing Liu: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.