Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
kawensis
ID:
1232142

Status:
valid

Authors:
Feuillet

Source:
tro

Year:
1994

Citation Micro:
Novon 4(3): 236. 1994

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231480



Common Names

  • Passiflora Kawensis
  • Kaw Passiflora
  • Kaw Passiflora


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Description

Passiflora kawensis (also called 'Kaw Passionflower', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Passifloraceae family. It is native to the Himalayas and parts of China and grows in temperate and alpine forests. It is an evergreen vine with leathery leaves and clusters of purple flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora kawensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora kawensis has white, five-petaled flowers. The seeds are small and dark brown. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora kawensis is a tropical vine that can be propagated by seeds. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. It can also be propagated by cuttings, which should be taken from healthy, mature stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Passiflora kawensis

Passiflora kawensis is native to the Guianas and northern Brazil.

Passiflora kawensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora kawensis?

Passiflora kawensis

What type of plant is Passiflora kawensis?

A type of vine

Where is Passiflora kawensis found?

It is found in Central and South America

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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