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Re: Kudzu??

Kudzu is a deciduous perennial vine that is virtually impossible to 
eradicate.  It was introduced from Japan to be used as cattle fodder. 
I'm not sure if cattle actually eat it.  In any case, it now covers 
a good bit of the South, acres of land, large trees, utility poles, 
buildings, anything in its path unless someone keeps cutting it back. 

The roots are very long.  I have read about their length before and 
I think it's at least six feet (about two meters) or greater.  Do you 
know the folk tale "Jack and the Beanstalk"?  If so, think of kudzu 
as the beanstalk.  The stems are woody and can be used for making 
baskets and such.   When the foliage dies baxck in autumn, the plant 
loses its modicum of attractiveness.


> We don't have so many invasive species in Sweden..
> But Rosa rugosa (from Japan) is one that has spread very much along the
> coast. But it is only nice.
> 
> What is Kudzu? ( I have a special intrest in japanese plants.)
> Med vänliga hälsningar/
> Peter Linder 
> Box 29
> 230 53 Alnarp
> tel. 040/464237
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Kate Lykins

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 I would plant a peony in the corner and proceed to worship." 
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