| Species: |
Kudzu [pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi] |
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| Origin: |
China/Japan |
| Use: |
Grazing |
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| Description: |
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General:
Life Span:
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10-25 feet long, generally climbing trees, vine
Large hairy leaves with purple flowers.
Annual |
| Adaptation: |
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pH:
Soil:
Rainfall:
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5.5-7.0
Sandy-loam.
Only adapted to high rainfall areas of extreme east Texas.
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| Management: |
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Seeding Rate:
Planting Date:
Planting Depth:
Seed Cost:
Season of Use:
Production: |
Not recommended
N/A
N/A
N/A
May-October
5000-10000 lb/A
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| Notes: |
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- Generally not planted, but can be utilized where present.
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