Photo of Passiflora x decaisneana flower by Ismar Schein

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Passiflora x decaisneana

Also Known As

  • Passionflower
  • Passionfruit

Plant type

vine

size

  • H: 20'-30'
  • W: 2'-30'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Passiflora x decaisneana plant details

Passiflora x decaisneana is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen vine with green foliage. In fall and summer flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Passiflora x decaisneana

Plant type: vine
Plant family: passifloraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT - 30 FT - wide, 20 FT - 30 FT - tall
Uses: container plant, fragrant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Passiflora x decaisneana

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Passion Flower is a classic hybrid popular since the 19th century for its easy care and lush, fragrant flowers. It can be grown outdoors on a trellis or through shrubs and small plants. It is also suitable for large containers on the patio and kept in a sunny window in winter.

Gardening facts about Passiflora x decaisneana plant

How to Grow Passiflora x decaisneana

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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