Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
inca
ID:
1266826

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Jørg.

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Novon 14: 79 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266164



Common Names

  • Inca Passiflora
  • Passiflora Inca
  • Passiflora Inca Vines


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Description

Passiflora inca (also called Inca Passionflower, among many other common names) is a vine native to tropical Central and South America. It is a twining, evergreen vine with large, heart-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora inca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its wood is used for furniture and construction.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passiflora inca is yellow and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora inca is a perennial vine that grows in moist, shady areas in woodlands and shrublands. It is propagated by seed and can be grown in partial shade or full shade. It is moderately drought tolerant and does not require supplemental watering. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.

Where to Find Passiflora inca

Passiflora inca can be found in the Andes Mountains of South America.

Passiflora inca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora inca?

Passiflora inca

What is the common name of Passiflora inca?

Inca passionflower

What type of plant is Passiflora inca?

It is a perennial herbaceous plant

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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