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Passiflora incarnata Wild Passion Flower, Maypop

Edward F. Gilman


Release Date: 8/27/2015

Reviewed At: 4/26/2023

DOI: 10.32473/edis-fp457-1999

Agriculture

Abstract

This document provides an overview of the Maypop (Passiflora incarnata), a native flowering vine in Florida. It describes the plant’s characteristics, including its showy pink and purple flowers, evergreen leaves, and ovoid green fruits. The Maypop is noted for its fast growth, high drought tolerance, and ability to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. It thrives in full sun and various soil types, making it suitable for most of Florida. The document also highlights the plant’s invasive potential, pest resistance, and propagation methods. Additionally, it mentions other native Passiflora species and the Maypop’s ornamental value in landscaping. Original publication date October, 1999.

About this Publication

This document is FPS457, one of a series of the Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension. Original publication date October 1999. Visit the EDIS website at https://edis.ifas.ufl.edu for the currently supported version of this publication.

About the Authors

Edward F. Gilman, professor, Environmental Horticulture Department, UF/IFAS Extension, Gainesville, FL 32611.

How to Cite

Gilman, E. (2007). Passiflora incarnata Wild Passion Flower, Maypop. EDIS, 2007(16). https://doi.org/10.32473/edis-fp457-1999

Authors

Edward F. Gilman
Edward F. Gilman

professor emeritus, Department of Environmental Horticulture

Contacts

Keighly Graves
Keighly Graves
staff
University of Florida

horticultural science specialist, Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program

Claire Lewis
Claire Lewis
Specialist
University of Florida

state specialized agent II and director Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ Program, UF/IFAS Center for Land Use Efficiency

Wendy Wilber
Wendy Wilber
Specialist
University of Florida

state program coordinator and Extension agent IV, UF/IFAS Extension Master Gardener Volunteer Program

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