5 Seeds Passiflora foetida Passionflower Vine Tropical Climber
Passiflora foetida, commonly known as the fetid passionflower or love-in-a-mist passionflower, is a fast-growing herbaceous vine that produces intricate white and purple blooms followed by small round fruits. Its finely divided foliage and distinctive flowers make it a striking addition to trellises, arbors, and hanging baskets in warm climates or greenhouse collections.
This vine is appreciated for its ornamental flowers and vigorous climbing habit, which can quickly cover a fence or pergola in a single season. It grows best in full sun with warm temperatures and well-drained soil, and it can be grown as an annual in cooler regions or overwintered indoors.
Species: Passiflora foetida
Type: Perennial vine in warm climates, often grown as annual
Plant_Habit: Climbing, twining vine
Sun: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Zones: 8-11
Germination: 14-28 days with warm temperatures
Sowing: Scarify or soak seeds before sowing
Spacing: 24-36 inches apart
Notes: Provide a trellis or support for climbing growth