Javanese Kudzu Plant

Javanese Kudzu (Pueraria javanica) is a fast-growing vine up to 20 ft, thrives in well-drained soil, full sun, high moisture, and is both edible and medicinal.

Habit

Vine

Height

3-6 meters

Growth

Fast

Soil

Fertile, well-drained soil

Shade

Full

Moisture

High

Edible

Yes

Medicinal

Yes

Origin

Southeast Asia

Climatic Condition

Tropical, subtropical

Temperature (°)

25-35

Humidity (%)

60-80

Potting media

Loamy, organic compost

Fertilizers

Nitrogen-rich

Watering

Moderate

Plant Weight 

300-500 grams

Flowering Time

Summer, Fall

Soil Ph level

5.5-6.5

Water Ph level

6.0-7.0

Soil EC

0.4-0.8 mS/cm

Yield Per Plant 

Moderate

NPK ratio 

10:10:10

life Span

5-10 years

Health Benefits

Nitrogen fixation, soil erosion control

Suggested Grow Media or Potting Mix ?

50% compost, 25% peat moss, 25% sand

Suggested Fertigation/Fertilizers

Fertilize every 2-3 weeks with balanced liquid fertilizer.

Common Diseases and Remedies

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Common Diseases

 Leaf Spot, Rust, Downy Mildew, Aphid Infestation, Root Rot.

Symptoms

Brown or black lesions on leaves, Reddish pustules on leaves, White, downy growth on leaves, Distorted and yellowing leaves, Wilting and stunted growth.

Organic Remedies

Neem oil, Compost tea, improve air circulation, insecticidal soap, Improve soil drainage, use resistant varieties. 

In-Organic Remedies

Copper-based fungicides, Fungicides with propiconazole, Fungicides with mancozeb, Chemical insecticides, Soil-applied fungicides.