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PASSIFLORA QUADRANGULARIS L.- GIANT GRANADILLA.
Common nameBigi markusa, granadilla grande, giant granadilla, barbadine, maracuja assu. Family Passifloraceae. Overview A vigorous tropical vine with large bright - green oval leaves; the stem is quadrangular in cross section. It has beautiful flowers, 5" in diameter; the oval fruits reach a length of 12" or more. Hand pollination is necessary for commercial production. The green fruit is used as a vegetable while the ripe fruit can be used in salads, juices and jellies. Hardiness USDA zone 9 B - 11. Propagation Seeds and cuttings. Culture Full sun / partial shade, well drained, moist soil, p.H. 5.5 - 6.0; needs high humidity. Serious damage if temperature drops below 35° F. Protect from frost or plant in frost free areas. Is grown for it's large ornamental fragrant flowers and the large fruits. Can also be kept as an container plant. |