Japanese Arrowroot
-Inherent characters-
A climber grows on other plants such as trees, and usually found on riversides or in the fields. The vines are strong and used for various folk crafts. Ground roots are used in cooking as starch（Kuzu-Ko）, as well as in Chinese medicine. "Hagi-no-Hana, O-Bana Kuzu-Bana Nadeshiko-ga-Hana, Omina-Eshi, mata Fuji-Bakama, Asagao-no-Hana" （composed by Yama-no-Ue-no-Okura, Manyoshu Vol.8.）.
-Scientific name-
Pueraria lobata
-Common name-
Japanese Arrowroot
What kind of plant is it?
Japanese names 　 Kuzu
Family 　 Leguminosae
Origin 　 Throughout Japan, Korean Peninsula, China, Southeast Asia
Horticultural classification 　 Perennial
Area(s) frequently seen in Japan 　 All
What color is it?
Flower 　

Leaf 　
When is it most attractive?
Flower or foliage season
Jan. Feb. Mar. Apr. May Jun. Jul. Aug. Sep. Oct. Nov. Dec.
　 　 　 　 　 　
　 　 　 　
What size is it?
Plant height 　 50-2000cm
Flower diameter 　 1.8-2cm
Inflorescence diameter 　 　
Inflorescence length