Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
rubra
ID:
480821

Status:
valid

Authors:
L.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1753

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl. : 956 (1753)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480153



Common Names

  • Red Passionflower
  • Red Granadilla
  • Red Tumbo


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Synonyms

  • Decaloba rubra M.Roem. [unknown]
  • Granadilla rubra Moench [unknown]

Description

Passiflora rubra (also called Red Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of passionflower native to South America. It is characterized by its red, leathery leaves and its ability to tolerate dry conditions. It grows in rocky, mountainous areas and prefers full sun.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Passiflora rubra is a white to pale pink color with a yellow center. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with thin, delicate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora rubra is a fast-growing evergreen vine that can reach up to 10 feet in length. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. Propagation is done through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring and cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Passiflora rubra

Passiflora rubra is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.

Passiflora rubra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora rubra?

Passiflora rubra

What is the common name of Passiflora rubra?

Red Passion Flower

What is the native range of Passiflora rubra?

Southern Mexico to Panama

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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