Passiflora incarnata
Posted: July 3rd, 2013, 9:57 am
| Botanical Name | Passiflora incarnata |
| Family | Passifloraceae |
| Local Name in Urdu | Ghari phool, Gul salaibi ki bail (these names are popular in the Punjab region) |
| Common Name | Purple passion flower, Wild passion vine, Maypop |
| Life Cycle | Ever green |
| Cultivar Name | N/A |
| Flowering Months | Summer |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Growing Areas | Tropical areas |
| Frost Tender | Yes |
| Exposure | Full sunlight, may tolerate partial shade |
| Soil pH | pH tolerant, no issues known |
| Propagation | Seeds |
| Uses | Ornamental, Fruits |
| Description | Purple passion flower is very unique in terms of its flower shape. It is called "passion" due to religious reasons (since it resembles the crown of thorns). It is a vine which climbs with the help of tendrils. Usually it will climb a nearby tree, which also damages the tree because to lack of sunlight. No specific pests known. Flowers are not fragrant but extremely showy. It is worth having in a garden. |