Passiflora Edulis Passion Fruit Care Exotic Garden Miami Tropical Flowers Edible Fruit

Passiflora Edulis Passion Fruit Care Exotic
Garden Miami Tropical Flowers Edible Fruit 

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Passiflora Edulis – Passion Fruit

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Scientific Name: Passiflora edulis

Common Name: Passion Fruit Vine

Place of Origin:

Native to Brazil, Paraguay, and northern Argentina. Widely cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.

USDA Growing Zone:

Zones 9–11. It can be grown in colder zones as a summer annual or indoor vine with support.

Soil pH:

Prefers slightly acidic soil — pH 6.0 to 6.5.

Watering:

Needs regular deep watering, especially when fruiting. Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.

Fertilizing:

Apply a high-phosphorus fertilizer monthly during the growing and blooming season. Supplement with magnesium and potassium for strong fruiting.

Pruning:

• Prune to remove old or dead growth, control size, and encourage flowering.
• Prune lightly after fruiting to stimulate new flowering shoots.

Light Requirements:

Full sun to partial shade. Needs a minimum of 6 hours of sun for fruit production.

Perennial or Annual:

Perennial vine in frost-free climates.

Annuals in cooler areas unless brought indoors.

Tropical Traits & Flowering Behavior:

• Scent: Mildly fragrant citrus-floral scent. Stronger in early morning when blooms open.
• Pollination: Primarily by bees (especially carpenter bees), and occasionally by butterflies or hummingbirds.
• Growing Placement:
  
• Ideal for fences, trellises, pergolas, or large containers by the pool.
• Can be grown indoors with bright light and structure for climbing.

Medicinal Properties & Safety:

• Traditional Uses: Used for stress relief, sleep aid, digestive health, and immune support.
• Compounds/Vitamins:
  
• Rich in Vitamin C, A, B-complex, iron, and fiber.
• Contains passiflorine, alkaloids, and flavonoids with calming effects.
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• Toxicity:
  
• Fruit is safe and edible.
• Leaves contain cyanogenic glycosides and should be used with care or dried properly.
• Not recommended for pets or unsupervised use of leaves.
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• Lab Studies: Support its anxiolytic (anti-anxiety), sedative, and antioxidant effects.

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