Pueraria neocaledonica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
Harms
Source:
ildis
Year:
1906
Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst.39: 136 (1906)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000207152
Common Names
- Pueraria neocaledonica
- New Caledonian Pueraria
- New Caledonian Kudzu
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pueraria neocaledonica (also called New Caledonian Pueraria, among many other common names) is a perennial shrub with yellow flowers and long, cylindrical pods. It is native to tropical regions of Asia and Australia, and is found in open woodlands and along roadsides.
Uses & Benefits
Pueraria neocaledonica is used as a food crop, forage crop, and for soil conservation. It is also used as a medicinal plant, for its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pueraria neocaledonica is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a dark brown, oval-shaped bean. The seedlings are light green with oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pueraria neocaledonica is a tropical legume native to Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands. It is a fast-growing, climbing vine that can reach up to 10 m in length. It prefers warm, humid climates and can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Propagation is done by seed, which should be planted in a well-draining soil mix. The seeds should be soaked in water for 24 hours prior to planting. The seedlings should be spaced at least 1 m apart and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Pueraria neocaledonica
Pueraria neocaledonica is found in New Caledonia.
Pueraria neocaledonica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pueraria neocaledonica?
Pueraria neocaledonica
What is the common name of Pueraria neocaledonica?
New Caledonian kudzu
Where does Pueraria neocaledonica grow?
New Caledonia
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
Hermann Harms (1870-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harms' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:516709-1: Based on the initial data import
Legume Data Portal link for: Pueraria neocaledonica Harms: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.