Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lacei
ID:
204640

Status:
valid

Authors:
Craib

Source:
ildis

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1915: 399 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000203969

Common Names

  • Pueraria lacei
  • Lacei Pueraria
  • Lacei's Pueraria

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Description

Pueraria lacei (also called the Lace's pueraria, among many other common names) is a species of legume in the pea family. It is native to India, and is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests. It grows up to 1 meter tall, with a trunk diameter of up to 5 cm. Its leaves are simple, with a smooth texture, and its flowers are yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Pueraria lacei is used as a fodder crop, for green manure, and as a soil conditioner.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Pueraria lacei flower is a small, white, five-petaled flower that grows in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pueraria lacei is a fast-growing, perennial vine that can reach up to 20 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours before planting.

Where to Find Pueraria lacei

Pueraria lacei is native to India and can be found in the wild in the states of Karnataka, Kerala, and Tamil Nadu.

Pueraria lacei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pueraria lacei?

Pueraria lacei

What is the common name of Pueraria lacei?

Lace Milkvine

What is the habitat of Pueraria lacei?

It is found in tropical and subtropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Species in the Fabaceae family