Pueraria tuberosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb. ex Willd.) DC.
Source:
ildis
Year:
1825
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat. (Paris)4: 97 (1825)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000185100
Common Names
- Pueraria tuberosa
- Tuberous Pueraria
- Tuberous Kwao Krua
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- Hedysarum tuberosum Roxb. ex Willd. [valid]
- Desmodium tuberosum (Roxb. ex Willd.) G.Don [valid]
Description
Pueraria tuberosa (also called Kwao Krua, among many other common names) is a climbing vine native to Southeast Asia. It grows in moist forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Pueraria tuberosa is used as an ornamental plant and is believed to bring good luck and prosperity. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine for its anti-inflammatory and diuretic properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pueraria tuberosa has white flowers with a yellow throat. Its seeds are flat and brown. Seedlings are light green with oval leaves.
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Pueraria tuberosa can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Pueraria tuberosa
Pueraria tuberosa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Pueraria tuberosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pueraria tuberosa?
Pueraria tuberosa
What is the common name of Pueraria tuberosa?
Tuberous kudzu
What is the growth habit of Pueraria tuberosa?
It is a perennial climber
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
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Legume Data Portal link for: Pueraria tuberosa (Roxb. ex Willd.) DC.: Based on the 2022 Legume checklist.