The vine Passiflora alata (winged passionflower) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, multi-coloured white and fragrant blossoms during mid summer to late fall. The matte foliage is deep green in colour, coarse in texture and evergreen. Passiflora alata (winged passionflower) yields aromatic and showy fruit. This plant has showy and scaly stems. A specimen plant, Passiflora alata (winged passionflower) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, container, culinary, ground cover, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics
Butterflies are attracted to Passiflora alata .
Cautions
The growth rate of Passiflora alata (winged passionflower) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Plan on regular maintenance to keep this vine looking its best. Depending upon your local conditions, Passiflora alata (winged passionflower) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
