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giant granadilla (Passiflora quadrangularis)

Passiflora quadrangularis is a vigorous, fast-growing perennial vine known for its large, fragrant flowers and very large, edible fruit. It thrives in tropical climates.

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Sunlight

Requires full sun for best flowering and fruiting.

Watering

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during growth and fruiting.

Soil

Well-draining, fertile, loamy soil. pH 6.0-7.0.

Temperature

Thrives in warm, frost-free conditions.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced, high-potassium formula.

Care Requirements

Light

Requires full sun for best flowering and fruiting.

Full Sun

Water

Keep soil consistently moist, especially during growth and fruiting.

High

Soil

Well-draining, fertile, loamy soil. pH 6.0-7.0.

Temperature

Thrives in warm, frost-free conditions.

Tropical

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Fertilizer

Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced, high-potassium formula.

High

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Vine

Plant Category

Flowering, Fruit, Ornamental

Plant Place Type

Ground, Garden

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

10-15 m

Spread

3-6 m

Growth Rate

Fast

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Simple

Flower Size

10-15 cm

Optimal Sunlight Lux

75000

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Synonyms
Granadilla quadrangularis (L.) Medik.
Passiflora hexangularis Raeusch.
Passiflora hullettii Mast.
Passiflora macrocarpa W.Thomps.
Passiflora sulcata Jacq.
Passiflora tetragona M.Roem.
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyPassifloraceae
  • genusPassiflora
  • speciesPassiflora quadrangularis
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

Yes

Rating: 2/5

Toxic for pets

Yes

Rating: 4/5

Edible

Yes

Unripe fruit, leaves, and roots contain cyanogenic glycosides and can be toxic if ingested. Ripe fruit pulp is safe and edible.

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