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Case Study on Kudzu plants question 3,4, and 5

Sat Mar 28 kudzu case study.pdf 3. If kudzu was shipped all over the United States, why is it only prevalent in the Southeast? Why did it not establish itself all over the country 4. List some pros and cons of kudzu in the chart below. Pros Cons Rapid Growth and root system Rapid growth, hard to control Helps the erosion Invasive species Large leaves and sweet aramotic blooms Uses the nutrients of the soil, sunlight and water that near by plants need to survive Dashboard Calendar 9 To Do Notifications Inbox

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3. Kudzu is an ivasive plant, it introduced in united states as solution of soil erosion.

Kudzu is mainly native of subtropical and temperate regions of Asia, it grows very well under various environmental conditions, maximum growth occurs in mild winters (40-60°F), in summer temperatures rise above 80°F, and abundant rainfall (100+cm). Generally Kudzu can grow in nearly various type of soils e.g., acid soils, lime soils, lowlands with high water tables, and over heavy subsoil, and in winter where soil temperatures is above -25°F. Its root is large, suitable  for survival in dry climates and drought hit areas. Perfect conditions for Kudzu growth are moist to well drained and acid to neutral soils (4.5-7.0 pH). Climate of Southeastern United States that is different from other part of United States provide all its environmental needs to grow and fluorish. Due to this reason Kudzu spread over the Southeastern United States.