Status:
valid
Authors:
Coppens & V.E.Barney
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Novon 11(1): 9. 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001259103
Common Names
- Tarminiana Passionflower
- Passionflower of Tarminiana
- Tarminiana's Passionflower
Description
Passiflora tarminiana (also called Tarmin's Passionflower, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is native to Brazil, where it is found in the Atlantic Forest. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Passiflora tarminiana is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Passiflora tarminiana are purple and have five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and have two opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Passiflora tarminiana is a perennial that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It can be grown in partial shade to full sun and prefers moist, well-draining soil. It can tolerate some drought but will not tolerate temperatures below 50°F (10°C).
Where to Find Passiflora tarminiana
Passiflora tarminiana can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Passiflora tarminiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Passiflora tarminiana?
Passiflora tarminiana
What is the common name of Passiflora tarminiana?
Tarmin's Passionflower
What is the natural habitat of Passiflora tarminiana?
Tropical and subtropical dry forests
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
Victoria E. Barney: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'V.E.Barney' in the authors string.