Crimson Passion Flower
Passiflora Vitifolia
Overview
The Crimson Passion Flower, Passiflora vitifolia, graces landscapes with vivid red petals and striking stamens. This climbing vine, reaching lengths up to 20 feet, is ideal for trellises or walls, flourishing in full sun. Heart-shaped leaves measuring 3-8 inches provide a lush backdrop. It thrives in USDA zones 10-11, with fast growth and large, fragrant blooms up to 4 inches wide that attract hummingbirds and butterflies from summer to fall.
Sun FullWater MediumZones 9–10Type VineClimate Subtropical
Culture
- Sun
- Full
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 9–10
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Vine
- Family
- Passifloraceae
- Climate
- Subtropical
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