Passiflora coccinea (Red Passion Flower) - Image 2

Botanical name: Passiflora coccinea

Common name: Red Passion Flower

Family: Passifloraceae

Origin: South America

Hardiness: 30°F

USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantFull sunWatering: Moderate. Water when top soil feels dryRed, crimson, vinous flowersEdible plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time
Passiflora caerulea (Common Passion Flower) pink flower close up with central yellow and purple filaments
Passiflora caerulea (Common Passion Flower) pink flower with long petals and intricate central stamen detail


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Passiflora coccinea - Red Passion Flower

Passiflora coccinea, or Red Passion Flower, is a tropical, evergreen vine from South America known for its stunning scarlet-red flowers and edible passion fruits. It thrives in full sun or part shade with fertile, well-drained soils and can grow up to 10-12 feet long. This easy-to-grow plant is perfect for trellises, walls, and containers, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds. Minimal pruning is needed, and it blooms primarily in summer and fall.

Recommended Fertilizer: SUNSHINE Megaflor - Bloom Nutrition Booster
Grown in
6"/1 gal pot