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Passiflora coccinea

Family Passifloraceae
Plant Type vine
Zone USDA:   10a - 11   RHS:   HH - FT   EGF:   G1 - G2   Australia:   4 - 5  
Care Level medium
Height 1.8 - 6 m (6 - 20 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 1.5 m (3 - 5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The vine Passiflora coccinea (red passion flower) produces showy, multi-coloured white and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid summer to late fall. This plant is climbing in form and has matte, coarse textured and evergreen foliage that is deep green in colour. Aromatic, showy and spotted fruit are produced by Passiflora coccinea (red passion flower). Passiflora coccinea (red passion flower) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, container, culinary, ground cover, specimen, tropical and vine or climber.
Special Characteristics Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Passiflora coccinea .
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Passiflora coccinea (red passion flower) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. It will need to be pruned regularly. Where conditions are favourable, Passiflora coccinea (red passion flower) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing and may spread broadly and randomly.