Passiflora alata - Seeds

Passiflora alata

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Passiflora alata is a climbing plant native to South America, known for its large and striking flowers in purple and red tones. It produces edible fruit, similar to passion fruit, with a sweet and tangy taste. It thrives in warm, sunny climates and is ideal for vertical gardens due to its vigorous growth.

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Passiflora alata, also known as the red-winged passionflower, is a perennial climbing plant native to South America, reaching heights of up to 10 meters. Its large, striking flowers are highly aromatic, with white petals and red filaments that form a characteristic "crown." The plant is highly attractive to pollinators, such as bees and butterflies, due to its sweet and captivating fragrance.

Passiflora alata is primarily cultivated for its edible fruit, known as passion fruit. The fruit is medium-sized with a firm rind and juicy pulp, offering a sweet and slightly tangy flavor. The plant thrives in warm climates with temperatures above 15°C and prefers sunny locations with good drainage.

It is resistant to many pests and diseases, making it a popular choice for vertical gardens or trellises, where its vigorous growth can be fully utilized. Additionally, it contributes to environmental biodiversity by attracting a variety of beneficial insects.

  • Reference
    Passiflora alata

  • Family
    Passifloraceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra
    Sol
  • Watering
    High
  • Frost resistance
    Low
  • Planting time
    April
    February
    March
    May
  • Flowering period
    August
    July
    June
    May
    October
    September
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    10
    11
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Red
  • Foliage
    Evergreen
  • Spacing
  • Height
  • Production for Teas
    Yes
  • Trailing habit
    Yes
  • Suitable for indoor
    Yes
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Exotic
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires scarification

Planting time

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Recommended sowing Out of season

Flowering period

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Data sheet

  • Family
    Passifloraceae
  • Solar exposition
    Semisombra, Sol
  • Watering
    High
  • Frost resistance
    Low
  • Hardiness (USDA)
    10 11
  • Lifecycle
    Perennial
  • Flower color
    Red
  • Foliage
    Evergreen
  • Spacing
  • Height
  • Production for Teas
    Yes
  • Trailing habit
    Yes
  • Suitable for indoor
    Yes
  • Biodiversity
    Yes
  • Exotic
    Yes
  • Special treatment
    Requires scarification
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