No, kudzu and arrowroot are not the same. Kudzu is a climbing, perennial vine native to parts of Asia and North America. It is a member of the legume family and is used to make a variety of foods, including jellies, jams, and even noodles. Arrowroot, on the other hand, is a starch extracted from the root of the arrowroot plant, native to the Caribbean. It is commonly used as a thickening agent in recipes and is often used as a gluten-free substitute for wheat flour in baked goods.