Passiflora stellata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
stellata
ID:
480797
Status:
valid
Authors:
Moritz ex Killip
Source:
cmp
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 17: 423 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000480129
Common Names
- Star Passionflower
- Star Granadilla
- Star Tumbo
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Passiflora stellata (also called Star-Shaped Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and northern South America. It is a perennial vine with white and purple flowers and can be found in tropical forests, disturbed areas, and open areas.
Uses & Benefits
Passiflora stellata 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 stellata is a deep purple 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Passiflora stellata 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 stellata
Passiflora stellata is native to Central America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas.
Passiflora stellata FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Passiflora stellata?
Passiflora stellata is native to Brazil.
What type of soil does Passiflora stellata prefer?
Passiflora stellata prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Passiflora stellata need?
Passiflora stellata needs full sun to partial shade.
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,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record kew-2560236: Based on the initial data import
Johann Wilhelm Karl Moritz (1797-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Moritz' in the authors string.
Ellsworth Paine Killip (1890-1968): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Killip' in the authors string.