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Wisteria frutescens American wisteria Deciduous climber (1 Page of 5) The Wisteria frutescens plant species is found in Southeastern N. America - Virginia to Florida, Arkansas and Texas. It is a member of the Leguminosae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as American wisteria. Some home gardeners know the variety as Glycine frutescens. L. Cultivation | Propagation | General Uses Medicinal | Edible Uses Latin Name: Wisteria frutescens Common Name: American wisteria Family: Leguminosae Author: (L.)Poir. Known Hazards: The seed of all members of this genus is poisonous[200]. Mature Height: 12 Mature Width: Habitat: Clambering over cliffs and trees on woodland edges in low moist ground[235, 249].
Edible Uses: The fresh flowers are eaten in tossed green salads[183]. They are said to be excellent when dipped in batter and fried in oil as fritters[183].
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