Description

Fast growing vine which can grow over 50ft in a single season. The stems are quadrangular in shape.

Hardiness

The giant granadilla is hardy to the mid 30's when mature.

Growing Environment

Loves the warm humid tropics, but will not stand flooding. Protect from freezing temperatures. Fruit forms best after self-pollination.

Propagation

Almost always grown from seeds, but can be propagated by cuttings. Bottom heating the seeds at 70-80F can result in germination at 1-2 weeks, at lower temperatures seeds can take up to 10 weeks to germinate.

Uses

Fruit is eaten fresh or used in drinks. The unripe, green fruit is eaten as a vegetable.

Native Range

Native to Central and South America. Heavily cultivated throughout the Americas.

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Related Species

Passifloraceae
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