Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
maesenii
ID:
194519

Status:
valid

Authors:
Niyomdham

Source:
ildis

Year:
1992

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot.12: 345 (1992)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000193848

Common Names

  • Maesen's Kudzu
  • Kudzu Vine
  • Kudzu Root

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Description

Pueraria maesenii (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 maesenii 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 maesenii 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 maesenii 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 maesenii

Pueraria maesenii is native to Southeast Asia.

Pueraria maesenii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pueraria maesenii?

Pueraria maesenii

What is the common name of Pueraria maesenii?

Maesen's kudzu

What is the native range of Pueraria maesenii?

Southeast Asia

Species in the Fabaceae family