Passiflora
Description
Al-Qadri Nurseries provide rare varieties in Jordan and the Arab world
Passiflora is one of the oldest plants on Earth
Native to Latin America
Grown in Jordan and Palestine in small quantities
Flowers are beautiful and colorful
Fruits called Flora or Phosphora
Fruit taste is a mix of several fruits
Fast-growing climbing vine
Height up to 9 meters
Leaves are trifoliate
Flowers unique in shape white, purple, blue, crimson
Fruits oval and edible
Ripe fruit is orange, about 6 cm long
Fruits twice or three times a year
Taste resembles orange, pomegranate, grape, strawberry, mango, cherry, guava
Regulates blood sugar
Stimulates kidneys
Lowers cholesterol
Juice is a general body tonic
Used in fences and decoration
Blooms in spring and autumn
All plant parts used except roots
Used to treat insomnia
Nutritional value
Low in fat
Source of vitamins A and C
Rich in iron, dietary fiber, potassium
Contains carbohydrates and proteins
Seeds edible and nutritious
Protects against diseases and inflammation
Mild sedative for nervous children
Treats asthma and digestive disorders
Boosts immunity
Skin benefits: seed oil rich in vitamins, fatty acids, minerals
Helps with weight loss
Fights aging
Prevents hair loss
Good for heart and blood vessels
Suitable conditions
Climate
Prefers high temperatures
Does not tolerate severe frost
Light
Needs more than 4 hours of direct sunlight
Soil
Light, well-aerated soil
Medium pH
Irrigation
Regular watering
Avoid waterlogging to prevent root rot
Fertilization
Potassium fertilizer during ripening to increase sugar and color
Propagation
Seeds
Cuttings about 10 cm
Grafting
