Tropical Kudzu (Pueraria phaseoloides)

Family: Fabaceae or Leguminosae | Edibility: Edible (2/5)

Pueraria phaseoloides is a CLIMBER at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). It can fix Nitrogen. Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils and prefers well-drained soil. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It cannot grow in the shade. It prefers moist soil and can tolerate drought.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Roots/Tubers

Harvest Seasons: Fall, Spring, Winter

Flavor & Culinary Uses

The tuberous root can be eaten. — The tuberous root can be eaten.

Habitat & North American Range

Found in broadleaved forests growing over rocks and into trees in the upper tropical and lower subtropical zones. (Zone 10)