Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
mollis
ID:
480897

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kunth

Source:
cmp

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Nov. Gen. Sp. 2: 137 (1817)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480229

Common Names

  • Mollis Passion Flower
  • Mollis Passion Vine
  • Mollis Passion

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Synonyms

  • Decaloba mollis M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Passiflora mollis obtusiloba Planch. & Linden ex Triana & Planch. [unknown]

Description

Passiflora mollis (also called Soft 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 mollis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora mollis has white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora mollis is a fast-growing vine that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil and a bright, sunny location. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Passiflora mollis

Passiflora mollis is found in Central America and South America.

Passiflora mollis FAQ

What is the best soil for Passiflora mollis?

Passiflora mollis prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5.

What is the optimal temperature for Passiflora mollis?

Passiflora mollis prefers temperatures between 55 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

How much sunlight does Passiflora mollis need?

Passiflora mollis needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day.

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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