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winged-stem passion flower

Also known as: fragrant granadilla; winged passion-flower

An evergreen climber to 6m or more, with 4-winged stems and large 3-lobed rich green leaves. Fragrant flowers to 12cm across, are bowl-shaped, with spreading red tepals and corona banded with purple and white, followed by edible yellow fruit 12cm long

Scientific classification

Species: winged-stem passion flower (Passiflora alata)
Genus: Passiflora
Family: Passifloraceae

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Toxicity: Climber Wall Shrub · Conservatory Greenhouse
Plant type: 4-8 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Evergreen
Foliage: Climbing
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
Season of interest: Full sun · Partial shade
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Distribution of winged-stem passion flower

Distribution map

Peru and Brazil

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of winged-stem passion flower

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winged-stem passion flower care guide

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging
Watering: Full sun · Partial shade
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Watering

Moderate regular watering, avoid prolonged drought and stagnant waterlogging

Fertilizing

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks spring through summer growth

Pruning

Routine pruning is unnecessary; shorten overlong shoots to fit the available space. For last-year flowering growth, prune after flowering; for current-year flowering growth, prune in late winter or spring. This guidance is for established plants.

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown at 13 to 18°C in spring or root semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. Layering can be carried out in spring or autumn

Growing

Under glass grow in loam-based potting compost such as John Innes No. 3 in full light with shade from hot sun. Water freely when in growth and sparingly in winter. Best grown under cover and kept frost free. See passion flower cultivation

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