Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
holosericea
ID:
480872

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 958 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480204



Common Names

  • Holosericea Passion Flower
  • Holosericea Passion Vine
  • Holosericea Passion


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Synonyms

  • Lortetia holosericea Ser. [unknown]
  • Decaloba holosericea M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Passiflora tuxtlensis Sessé & Moc. [unknown]
  • Passiflora reticulata C.Wright [unknown]

Description

Passiflora holosericea (also called Velvet Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the passion flower family. It is native to Mexico and Central America. It is a perennial vine that grows in moist forests, along streams and in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora holosericea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, and as a food source.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora holosericea has white flowers with a yellow center. The seed is small and round. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora holosericea is a fast-growing vine that can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It prefers a well-draining soil and a bright, sunny location. Propagation is done by cuttings or by seed. Seeds should be sown on a sterile, well-draining medium and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Passiflora holosericea

Passiflora holosericea is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical regions.

Passiflora holosericea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora holosericea?

Passiflora holosericea

What is the natural habitat of Passiflora holosericea?

Tropical rainforests

What is the average size of Passiflora holosericea?

5-10 cm

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,

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