Pueraria mirifica
Family: Fabaceae
What it is like
A climbing plant or vine. The flowers are dark purple.
It contains phytoestrogens.
Where it is found
A tropical plant.
Countries/locations it is found in
Asia, Indochina, SE Asia, Thailand
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Roots, tubers, leaves - medicine
How it is grown
Its other names
Local names
Kwao Krua, Thai kudzu
Synonyms
Pueraria candollei var. mirifica (Airy Shaw & Suvat.) Niyomdham;