Passiflora aurantia (Blunt-leaved passion flower)

Cultivation

Under glass, grow in loam-based compost in full light, shaded from hot sun. Water freely in the growing season. In frost free areas, grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade. Needs support and shelter from cold, drying winds. Water regularly in dry periods.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Sub-Tropical, Low Maintenance, Wallside and trellises, Conservatory

UK hardiness

H2

USDA zones

Zone 10, Zone 11

Sunset zone

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Moderate/Medium
Central Valley = Moderate/Medium
South Coastal = Moderate/Medium
South Inland = Moderate/Medium
High and Intermediate Desert = Inappropriate
Low Desert = Moderate/Medium

Foliage

Deciduous

Habit

Climbing

Native to

Papua New Guinea, Pacific Islands, Eastern Australia

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Toxicity

Not toxic