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| name = ''Passiflora ''
|familia=Passifloraceae
| common_names = <!--- if multiple, list all, if none, leave blank -->
|genus=Passiflora
| growth_habit = vine
|species=edulis
| high = <!--- 1m (3 ft) -->
|common_name=Passionfruit, Passion fruit, Granadilla
| wide = <!--- 65cm (25 inches) -->
|habit=vine-climber
| origin = Brazil to Paraguay to N Argentina
|origin=Brazil to Paraguay to N Argentina
|lifespan=perennial
| lifespan = perennial
|exposure=sun
| exposure = full sun
|water=moist, moderate
| water = regular to moderate
|features=evergreen, flowers, edible, fruit
| features = flowers, fruit
|Temp Metric=°F
| hardiness = <!--- frost sensitive, hardy, 5[[Celsius|°C]], etc -->
|sunset_zones=15-17, 21-25, 27
|jumpin=If this plant info box on watering; zones; height; etc. is mostly empty you can click on the edit tab and fill in the blanks!
|image=Maracuyá.jpg
| sunset_zones = 15-17, 21-25, 27
|image_width=240
| color = IndianRed
|image_caption=Ripe yellow passion fruit, or "maracuyá"
| image = Maracuyá.jpg
| image_width = 250px
| image_caption = Ripe yellow passion fruit, or "maracuyá"
}}
}}
[[Image:Markisaflower.jpg|right|thumb|Passion Fruit vine]]
'''''Passiflora edulis''''' is a vine species of [[passion flower]] that is native to [[Paraguay]], [[Brazil]] and northeastern [[Argentina]].<ref name="GRIN"/> It is cultivated commercially in frost-free areas for its [[fruit]] and is widely grown. The passion fruit is round to oval, either yellow or dark purple at maturity, with a soft to firm, juicy interior filled with numerous seeds. The fruit can be grown to eat or for its juice, which is often added to other fruit juices to enhance the aroma. The fruit shown are mature for juicing and culinary use. For eating right out of the fruit, the fruit should be allowed to wrinkle for a few days to raise the sugar levels and enhance the flavor.
The two types of passion fruit have clearly differing exterior appearances. The bright yellow variety of passion fruit, which is also known as the Golden Passion Fruit, can grow up to the size of a [[grapefruit]], has a smooth, glossy, light and airy rind, and has been used as a [[rootstock]] for the Purple Passion Fruit in Australia.<ref name="garden">{{cite news
| last = Reynhardt
| first = Debbie
| title = Gardening with Debbie Reynhardt
| work = Dispatch Online
| publisher = Dispatch Media (Pty) Ltd
| date = 8 February 2003
| url = http://www.dispatch.co.za/2003/02/08/features/GARDEN.HTM
| accessdate = 2006-11-20 }}</ref> The dark purple passion fruit is smaller than a [[lemon]], though it is less acidic than the yellow passion fruit, and has a richer aroma and flavor.<ref>http://www.crfg.org/pubs/ff/passionfruit.html</ref>
Adaptation: The purple passion fruit is subtropical and prefers a frost-free climate. However, there are cultivars that can take temperatures into the upper 20's (°F) without serious damage. The plant is widely grown in California as far north as San Jose, the Monterey Bay Area and the San Franciso Bay Area. The vines may lose some of their leaves in cool winters. The roots often resprout even if the top is killed. The plant does not grow well in intense summer heat. The yellow passion fruit is tropical or near-tropical and is much more intolerant of frost. Both forms need protection from the wind. Generally, annual rainfall should be at least 35 inches. Passion fruit vines make good container specimens but require maintenance. They perform well indoors.
Adaptation: The purple passion fruit is subtropical and prefers a frost-free climate. However, there are cultivars that can take temperatures into the upper 20's (°F) without serious damage. The plant is widely grown in California as far north as San Jose, the Monterey Bay Area and the San Franciso Bay Area. The vines may lose some of their leaves in cool winters. The roots often resprout even if the top is killed. The plant does not grow well in intense summer heat. The yellow passion fruit is tropical or near-tropical and is much more intolerant of frost. Both forms need protection from the wind. Generally, annual rainfall should be at least 35 inches. Passion fruit vines make good container specimens but require maintenance. They perform well indoors.
* [http://www.passionflow.co.uk/ Passiflora Online]
* [http://www.passionflow.co.uk/ Passiflora Online]
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