Passion Fruit/Passiflora edulis Plant

Name : Passion Fruit/Passiflora edulis Plant

Product Breadth : 10 Cm

Product Height : 24.5 Cm

Product Length : 10 Cm

Add Ons : Na

Net Quantity (N) : Pack Of 1

Botanical Name : Passiflora edulis

Family : Passifloraceae

Growth Habit : A climbing vine that uses tendrils to attach to supports.

Leaves : Glossy green, lobed, and often serrated.

Flowers : Large, intricate, and striking, with purple and white hues, and a crown-like structure.

Fruit : Round to oval, with a tough outer rind. Inside are seeds surrounded by juicy, flavorful pulp.

Varieties :  

Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis) :  

Smaller, purple-skinned fruit.

Preferred for cooler climates.

Pulp is aromatic and sweet.

Yellow Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis var. flavicarpa) :  

Larger, yellow-skinned fruit.

Grows better in tropical conditions.

More tart than the purple variety.

Cultivation :  

Climate : Thrives in tropical and subtropical regions. Prefers temperatures between 20-30°C (68-86°F).

Sunlight : Requires full sun for optimal growth and fruiting.

Soil : Well-drained, slightly acidic soil with high organic content.

Watering : Needs consistent moisture but should not be waterlogged.

Propagation : By seeds or cuttings. Seeds germinate in 10–20 days when kept moist and warm.

Uses :  

Culinary :  

Eaten fresh or juiced.

Used in desserts, cocktails, jams, and sauces.

A popular flavor for drinks and ice creams.

Medicinal :  

Rich in vitamins A and C, and antioxidants.

Contains dietary fiber, which aids digestion.

Traditionally used to reduce anxiety and improve sleep.

Ornamental :  

Grown for its e

Country of Origin : India