Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
ligularis
ID:
480907

Status:
valid

Authors:
Juss.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1805

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Hist. Nat. 6: 113 (1805)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480239



Common Names

  • Ligularis Passion Flower
  • Ligularis Passion Vine
  • Ligularis Passion


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Synonyms

  • Passiflora serratistipula DC. [unknown]
  • Passiflora lowei Heer [unknown]
  • Passiflora ligularis geminiflora DC. [unknown]

Description

Passiflora ligularis (also called Yellow Passion Flower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Passifloraceae family. It is native to South America, and is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay and Argentina. It is an evergreen climber, with a woody stem and tendrils. It typically grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora ligularis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for birds and butterflies.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Passiflora ligularis var. lobata Mast.
Passiflora ligularis for. lobata (Mast.) Killip

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora ligularis 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 ligularis 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 ligularis

Passiflora ligularis is native to the tropical regions of South America.

Passiflora ligularis FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Passiflora ligularis?

Passiflora ligularis is native to Central and South America.

What is the flower color of Passiflora ligularis?

The flowers of Passiflora ligularis are typically white or pale pink.

What is the size of Passiflora ligularis?

Passiflora ligularis is a fast-growing vine that can reach up to 10 meters in length.

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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