Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
obovata
ID:
480768

Status:
valid

Authors:
Killip ex Standl.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Publ. Carnegie Inst. Wash. 461: 308 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480100

Common Names

  • Mountain Passionflower
  • Banana Passionflower
  • Tropical Passionflower

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Description

Passiflora obovata (also called Obovate Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Passifloraceae family. It is a woody vine with white flowers and yellow-green fruit. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora obovata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make jams, jellies, and other food products.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora obovata 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 obovata 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 obovata

Passiflora obovata is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Passiflora obovata FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Passiflora obovata?

Passiflora obovata is native to Brazil.

What type of soil does Passiflora obovata prefer?

Passiflora obovata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

How much light does Passiflora obovata need?

Passiflora obovata needs full sun to partial shade.

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-2560169: Based on the initial data import
Paul Carpenter Standley (1884-1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Standl.' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.