Passiflora quadrangularis, also known as the giant granadilla, is a big passion vine, with the biggest fruits of the Passiflora genus. This vine is native to Tropical America, and is naturalized in many places in the world. In these tropical regions, this vine can reach 150 ft (45 m) long. However, when grown in containers, this vine will then be more moderately sized.
The giant granadilla is an ornemental tropical vine that can withstand a few degrees of frost : it will withstand temperatures of about 30°F to 28°F (-1°C to -2°C). It can be grown in USDA zones 10a and warmer.
The giant granadilla has big entire leaves, that can be 10 in (25 cm) long. The stems are 4-angled, hence the scientific name "quadrangularis".
This vine also has big showy fragrant flowers. They are about 5 in (12 cm) wide. The petals are purple, the sepals are white, and the corona is purple-blue.
The giant granadilla is a large and heavy fruit, that can be 12 in (30 cm) long. When fully ripe, this fruit is yellow, and slightly 4-angled.
The giant granadilla is generally eaten fresh and fully ripe. The unripe fruit may be also boiled and served as a vegetable. It can also be canned, candied, or processed for juice production.
Passiflora quadrangularis requiert les expositions suivantes : lumière,soleil This vine, like most Passiflora, needs a well-drained ground.
Like most other Passiflora species, this vine is susceptible to many viral diseases and to nematodes in the ground.
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Category - vine
Dimensions
Height 15.00 m
Width 15.00 m
Minimum temperatures
The plant is likely to die as soon as temperature is below -2.0 °C
Leaves and other aerial parts are damaged as soon as temperatures drops to -1.0 °C
Exposure - light, full sun
Leaves - evergreen
Flowers - Fragrant flowersColor(s) : white, red, purple
Fruit - Edible Propagation - cutting, seeds The giant granadilla can be propagated by seeds or by cuttings. Both techniques are fairly easy.Fresh seeds will lead to better results.
Toxicity No or unknown toxicity.
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