Passiflora edulis Passion Fruit, Purple Granadilla

This document provides an overview of the passion fruit vine, Passiflora edulis, detailing its characteristics, growth requirements, and uses. Native to South America, this evergreen vine produces distinctive purple and white flowers and edible fruit. It thrives in USDA hardiness zones 9B through 11 and requires full sun for optimal growth. The plant is moderately drought-tolerant and can grow in various soil types. It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds and can be used as a screen or cascading plant. The document also highlights the plant’s invasive potential, propagation methods, and common pests. Original publication date October 1999.