Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
chaparensis
ID:
1251585

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Vásquez

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Revista Soc. Boliv. Bot. 2(1): 38 (1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250923



Common Names

  • Chaparensis Passiflora
  • Passiflora Chaparensis
  • Chaparensis Passionflower


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Description

Passiflora chaparensis (also called Chapare Passionflower, among many other common names) is a perennial vine native to Bolivia. It is characterized by its large, white flowers and its large, lobed leaves. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora chaparensis is used as a medicinal plant to treat respiratory and digestive problems. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and mammals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora chaparensis has small white flowers with 5 petals. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings are small and have a few leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora chaparensis is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is generally pest and disease free, but may be susceptible to root rot in overly wet conditions.

Where to Find Passiflora chaparensis

Passiflora chaparensis is native to South America, from Colombia to Argentina.

Passiflora chaparensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora chaparensis?

Passiflora chaparensis

What is the natural habitat of Passiflora chaparensis?

Tropical forests

What is the flowering season of Passiflora chaparensis?

Spring and summer

Species in the Passiflora genus

Passiflora ciliata, Passiflora cincinnata, Passiflora cirrhiflora, Passiflora chrysophylla, Passiflora citrina, Passiflora cuneata, Passiflora coccinea, Passiflora condorita, Passiflora bracteosa, Passiflora biflora, Passiflora bogotensis, Passiflora bicornis, Passiflora bicuspidata, Passiflora carnosisepala, Passiflora capparidifolia, Passiflora capsularis, Passiflora cardonae, Passiflora catharinensis, Passiflora cauliflora, Passiflora brevifila, Passiflora caerulea, Passiflora cuspidifolia, Passiflora foetida, Passiflora garckei, Passiflora fuchsiiflora, Passiflora gleasonii, Passiflora glandulosa, Passiflora gracilis, Passiflora tica, Passiflora tiliifolia, Passiflora eglandulosa, Passiflora edmundoi, Passiflora edulis, Passiflora cyanea, Passiflora danielii, Passiflora farneyi, Passiflora filipes, Passiflora ernestii, Passiflora allantophylla, Passiflora alnifolia, Passiflora alata, Passiflora andreana, Passiflora apetala, Passiflora araguensis, Passiflora acuminata, Passiflora adenopoda, Passiflora ambigua, Passiflora amethystina, Passiflora amicorum, Passiflora auriculata,

Species in the Passifloraceae family

Adenia kigogoensis, Adenia litoralis, Adenia mcdadeana, Adenia metamorpha, Adenia stylosa, Adenia aculeata, Adenia acuta, Adenia adenifera, Adenia antongilliana, Adenia ballyi, Adenia banaensis, Adenia bequaertii, Adenia boivinii, Adenia cardiophylla, Adenia cissampeloides, Adenia cladosepala, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia cordifolia, Adenia crassa, Adenia cynanchifolia, Adenia densiflora, Adenia digitata, Adenia dinklagei, Adenia dolichosiphon, Adenia ecirrosa, Adenia elegans, Adenia ellenbeckii, Adenia epigea, Adenia erecta, Adenia fasciculata, Adenia fernandesiana, Adenia firingalavensis, Adenia fruticosa, Adenia gedoensis, Adenia glauca, Adenia globosa, Adenia globosa, Adenia goetzei, Adenia gracilis, Adenia guineensis, Adenia gummifera, Adenia hastata, Adenia heterophylla, Adenia hondala, Adenia huillensis, Adenia inermis, Adenia isaloensis, Adenia karibaensis, Adenia keramanthus, Adenia kinabaluensis,