Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
unipetala
ID:
1317029

Status:
valid

Authors:
P.Jørg., Muchhala & J.M.MacDougal

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Novon 22: 174 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329483



Common Names

  • Passiflora unipetala
  • Passiflora Unipetala
  • Passiflora Unipetala


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Description

Passiflora unipetala (also called Unipetala, among many other common names) is an evergreen vine native to South America. It is found in wet and dry forests, and in open areas. It has a sprawling habit, and its leaves are long and narrow, with a pointed tip. Its flowers are small and yellow.

Uses & Benefits

Passiflora unipetala is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used in gardens to attract pollinators.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Passiflora unipetala has white flowers, small black seeds and seedlings that are initially green and later turn white.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Passiflora unipetala is a tropical vine that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in a sunny or partially shaded location. Propagation is best done by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20°C (68°F). Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a warm, moist environment.

Where to Find Passiflora unipetala

Passiflora unipetala is native to Brazil. It can be found in moist, shady areas.

Passiflora unipetala FAQ

What is the scientific name of Passiflora unipetala?

Passiflora unipetala

What is the common name of Passiflora unipetala?

One-petal Passionflower

What is the natural habitat of Passiflora unipetala?

Tropical and subtropical forests of 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,

References

Peter Møller Jørgensen (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Jørg.' in the authors string.
John M. MacDougal (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.M.MacDougal' in the authors string.
Nathan Muchhala: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Muchhala' in the authors string.