TROPICAL PLANT ENCYCLOPEDIA

Passiflora quadrangularis, Passiflora macrocarpa, Giant granadilla
Passiflora quadrangularis

Passiflora quadrangularis, Passiflora macrocarpa

Giant granadilla
Family: Passifloraceae
Origin: Central and South America
USDA Zone: 9-11?
USDA Plant Hardiness MapVine or creeper plantFull sunModerate waterBlue, lavender, purple flowersEdible plantInvasive plantPlant attracts butterflies, hummingbirdsSubtropical or temperate zone plant. Mature plant cold hardy at least to 30s F for a short time

Fast growing vine which can grow over 50ft in a single season. Loves the warm humid tropics, but will not stand flooding. Protect from freezing temperatures. The stems are quadrangular in shape. Fruit forms best after self-pollination.Fruit is eaten fresh or used in drinks. The unripe, green fruit is eaten as a vegetable.


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