Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tricuspis
ID:
482791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mast.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Fl. Bras. 13(1): 550 (1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000482123

Common Names

  • Tricuspis Passiflora
  • Tricuspis Passionflower
  • Tricuspis

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Synonyms

  • Passiflora tricuspis brevifolia Chodat & Hassl. [unknown]
  • Passiflora tricuspis minor S.Moore [unknown]

Description

Passiflora tricuspis (also called Three-Cusped Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is native to the United States, Mexico, and Central America. It grows in moist forests, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora tricuspis is used for ornamental purposes, as well as for medicinal and food purposes. It is also used to make paper, furniture, and musical instruments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passiflora tricuspis is a white or pinkish-white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seed is a small, black, ovoid-shaped capsule with a single seed inside. The seedling is a small, dark green, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora tricuspis is a vine that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Passiflora tricuspis

Passiflora tricuspis is native to Central and South America. It is found in wet, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.

Passiflora tricuspis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora tricuspis?

Passiflora tricuspis

What is the common name of Passiflora tricuspis?

Three-lobed Passionflower

Where is Passiflora tricuspis native to?

Brazil

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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