Passion Flower Common Name: Passion Flower Botanical Name: Passiflora incarnata Passion Flower Plant family: Passifloraceae Location: North Forest Trail, Orchard Trail Growing zone: 5-9 Height: 6-8 ft. Spread: 3-6 ft. Bloom time: May, June, July, August, September Bloom description: Three-inch purple and white blooms have showy hair-like filaments (the corona) that cover the white petals. Five yellow stamens droop below 3-4 curved stigmas. Leaf type: The bright-green leaves are 3-lobed. Garden uses: This climbing vine has aggressive tendrils that make it suitable for trellises or fence rows. Wildlife benefits: The fruit is an elongated berry that quail can be seen foraging on. Gulf fritillary butterflies use this species as a host plant.
