| Native Passion Fruit | |
| Passiflora herbertiana |

Rare, edible passion fruit native to Australia. Fruits are green-skinned, white fleshed, with quite tasty flavor.
Description: Fast-growing vine, preffering subtropical, moist conditions, though it seems to grow quite well in slightly more arid climates such as California. Flower occurs in spring, followed by fruits ripening 3-4 months later.
Hardiness: Hardy to at least 32F, maybe lower.

Growing Environment: N/A
Propagation: Usually from seed, cuttings can be difficult to root in this species.

Uses: Pulp is eaten fresh or used in drinks.
Native Range: Native to Australia, from NE NSW, to South Queensland.
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