Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
lyra
ID:
480921

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch. & Linden ex Killip

Source:
cmp

Year:
1930

Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 20: 377 (1930)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480253

Common Names

  • Lyre-Leaf Passionflower
  • Granadilla de San Pablo
  • Passion Vine

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Description

Passiflora lyra (also called Lyre-Leaved 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 lyra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its fruits are edible.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passiflora lyra is a white-greenish color, with a yellow center and a five-lobed corolla. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are slender and have a light green hue.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora lyra is a perennial vine native to Central and South America. It can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated by cuttings or by seed. The best time to take cuttings is in the spring or early summer. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 70-75°F. The seedlings should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Once the seedlings are established, they can be transplanted into larger containers.

Where to Find Passiflora lyra

Passiflora lyra is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Passiflora lyra FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Passiflora lyra?

Passiflora lyra is native to Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Passiflora lyra?

The flowers of Passiflora lyra are typically white or pale pink.

What is the size of Passiflora lyra?

Passiflora lyra is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 10 meters in length.

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2560549: Based on the initial data import
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.
Jules Émile Planchon (1823-1888): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Planch.' in the authors string.
Jean Jules Linden (1817-1898): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Linden' in the authors string.