Water
Water the sweet granadilla regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid water accumulation around the roots.
Also known as Granadilla · Grenadia · Yellow Passionfruit
Passiflora ligularis, the Sweet Granadilla, is a vigorous climbing vine native to the Andes, cherished for its aromatic, sweet, and juicy fruit.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Needs at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruiting.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil evenly moist during the growing season, reducing in winter. Avoid waterlogged conditions.
Well-drained, fertile loam
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost; it is not frost-tolerant.
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced fertilizer during the growing season; reduce or stop in winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water the sweet granadilla regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering during cooler months to prevent root rot. Ensure good drainage to avoid water accumulation around the roots.
Prune to maintain shape and encourage fruiting. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. Pruning can also be done to control size and improve air circulation.
Light pruning can be done any time, with heavier pruning in late winter/early spring.
Sweet granadilla can be propagated from seeds or stem cuttings. Seeds should be sown in warm, moist soil. Cuttings should be taken from healthy growth, treated with rooting hormone, and planted in a well-draining medium.
Repot young plants annually or when root-bound, typically in spring. Choose a pot one size larger with good drainage. Mature plants may require repotting every 2-3 years. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Where Sweet Granadilla (Passiflora ligularis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Malpighiales |
| Family | Passifloraceae |
| Genus | Passiflora |
| Species | Passiflora ligularis |
Similar in genus Passiflora
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