Birdwing Passionflower
Passiflora tenuiloba
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Passifloraceae
- Genus:
- Passiflora
- Species:
- Passiflora tenuiloba
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb , Vine
- Height:
- 4-6 ft
- Light Requirements:
- Part Shade
- Bloom Months:
- apr, may, jun, jul, aug, sep, oct
- Bloom Colors:
- Green
Native Range
United States: Texas
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Gulf Fritillary (Agraulis vanillae)
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil
- pH:
- 6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- dry to moderate
- Notes:
- native to arid regions, prefers dry conditions