Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lancearia
ID:
480831

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 23: 114 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480163

Common Names

  • Lanceolate Passionflower
  • Lanceolate Granadilla
  • Lanceolate Tumbo

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Description

Passiflora lancearia (also called White Passion Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Passifloraceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. It is an evergreen climber, with a woody stem and tendrils. It typically grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora lancearia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora lancearia has white to pale pink flowers with a yellow center. The fruit is a yellow-green berry. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and delicate with heart-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora lancearia is a fast-growing, evergreen vine that can reach up to 10 feet in height. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings, which should be taken in the spring or summer. Cuttings should be about 4-6 inches long and should be placed in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the cuttings in a warm, bright area and water regularly. Once the roots have developed, the cuttings can be transplanted into the garden.

Where to Find Passiflora lancearia

Passiflora lancearia is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Passiflora lancearia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora lancearia?

Passiflora lancearia

What is the common name of Passiflora lancearia?

Lance-Leaved Passion Flower

What is the native range of Passiflora lancearia?

Southern Mexico to Panama

Species in the Passiflora genus

Passiflora ciliata, Passiflora cincinnata, Passiflora cirrhiflora, Passiflora chrysophylla, Passiflora citrina, Passiflora cuneata, Passiflora coccinea, Passiflora condorita, Passiflora bracteosa, Passiflora biflora, Passiflora bogotensis, Passiflora bicornis, Passiflora bicuspidata, Passiflora carnosisepala, Passiflora capparidifolia, Passiflora capsularis, Passiflora cardonae, Passiflora catharinensis, Passiflora cauliflora, Passiflora brevifila, Passiflora caerulea, Passiflora cuspidifolia, Passiflora foetida, Passiflora garckei, Passiflora fuchsiiflora, Passiflora gleasonii, Passiflora glandulosa, Passiflora gracilis, Passiflora tica, Passiflora tiliifolia, Passiflora eglandulosa, Passiflora edmundoi, Passiflora edulis, Passiflora cyanea, Passiflora danielii, Passiflora farneyi, Passiflora filipes, Passiflora ernestii, Passiflora allantophylla, Passiflora alnifolia, Passiflora alata, Passiflora andreana, Passiflora apetala, Passiflora araguensis, Passiflora acuminata, Passiflora adenopoda, Passiflora ambigua, Passiflora amethystina, Passiflora amicorum, Passiflora auriculata,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,

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