Pueraria lobata
Family Fabaceae
Species Profile
| Species classification | Invasive [NSW's Noxious Weeds] |
| Common names | Japanese Arrowroot, Kudzu, Kudzu Vine |
| Synonyms | Dolichos lobatus Willd.; Pueraria lobata (Willd.) Ohwi var. lobata; Pueraria montana var. lobata (Willd.) Maesen & S.M.Almeida ex Sanjappa & Predeep |
| Longevity | Perennial |
| Growth form | Herb, Vine/scrambler/climber |
| Seed dispersal morphology | Information unavailable |
| Maximum height (m) | 30 |
| Capable of vegetative reproduction | Yes |
| Native range | Asia, Pacific Ocean Islands |
| Exotic range (Australia) | NT, QLD, NSW, Norfolk Island |
| Exotic range (other) | South Pacific Islands, North America, Africa |
| Habitat types (exotic) | Riparian systems, Disturbed areas, Urban areas, gardens and parks, Wastelands, Forest, Roadsides, Forests |
| Soil type (exotic) | Loamy, Fertile, Well drained |
| Decade of introduction | Information unavailable |
Rating [?]
| Climate scenario | Australia | ACT | NSW | NT | QLD | SA | TAS | VIC | WA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Current climate | 30 | 2 | 42 | 20 | 32 | 10 | 4 | 8 | 16 |
| RCP 8.5 2050 | 30 | 2 | 44 | 14 | 30 | 4 | 8 | 12 | 6 |
| RCP 8.5 2070 | 30 | 4 | 42 | 14 | 24 | 6 | 12 | 12 | 4 |
Maps of Habitat Suitability & Recorded Occurrences
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Current suitable habitat
2050 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
2070 suitable habitat
(RCP 8.5)
Recorded occurrences
(Australia)
Recorded occurrences
(global)
Images
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Further Information
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