Lespedeza stipulacea, also known as Korean lespedeza, is a flowering plant that belongs to the pea family. This plant is native to East Asia, including China, Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. It has several synonyms, including Lespedeza pilosa, Lespedeza stipulacea var. pilosa, and Lespedeza stipulacea var. bicolor. The species name, "stipulacea," refers to the stipules that are present at the base of each leaf. Korean lespedeza is an important plant for soil conservation and erosion control due to its deep root system. It is also used as a forage and hay crop for livestock.