Passiflora coccinea (Red Passion Flower) - Video 1

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 coccinea


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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