Sericea lespedeza (Lespedeza cuneata)
Sericea lespedeza, also known as Chinese bushclover, Sericea
Kudzu (Pueraria montana var. lobata) is a legume related to the pea, originating from Asia and Australia. This plant has become an invasive species in several regions outside its native habitat.
Key Facts About Sericea lespedeza
Attributes of Sericea lespedeza
Lifespan
Perennial
Plant Type
Herb, Shrub
Plant Height
61 cm to 1.2 m
Spread
30 cm to 45 cm
Leaf Color
Green Silver
Flower Size
2.5 cm
Flower Color
White Purple Cream
Scientific Classification of Sericea lespedeza
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Fabales
Family
Legume
Genus
Bush clovers
Species
Sericea lespedeza
Toxicity
Ingestion