Pueraria hirsuta Kadzu vine (Leguminosae) Deciduous climber

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Pueraria hirsuta
Kadzu vine
Deciduous climber
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The Pueraria hirsuta plant species is found in E. Asia - China. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Kadzu vine. Some home gardeners know the variety as P. thunbergiana.

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Latin Name:  Pueraria hirsuta
Common Name:  Kadzu vine
Family:  Leguminosae
Author:  (Thunb.)C.K.Schn.

Known Hazards:  The leaves have barbed hairs and these can cause severe irritation[151].

Mature Height:  3   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Thickets, trailing on the ground and over trees[109].

Propagation Notes: Pre-soak the seed for 12 hours in warm water and sow in a warm greenhouse in early spring. Germination should take place within 2 weeks. Prick out the seedlings into individual pots when they are large enough to handle and plant them out after the last expected frosts[200]. Cover the young plants with a frame or cloche until they are growing away well.

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