Kudzu, a vine native to Asia, was introduced into the USA in 1876. Farmers in the South were encouraged to plant kudzu to reduce soil erosion. Once established in its new habitat kudzu can grow as fast as a foot a day!



Which of the following is likely NOT true about the impact of kudzu in the South?

a
Kudzu has the potential to overtake and replace native plants
b
Increase the biodiversity of the ecosystem in the South
c
Alter the nitrogen balance of the soil
d
Have long term impacts on the local organism populations