Also known as Bell-Apple · Belle Apple · Cedar-Of-Lebanon
Passiflora laurifolia, the Golden Bellapple, is a fast-growing tropical vine producing edible, fragrant fruits. It thrives in warm climates and can be grown as an ornamen
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun to Partial Shade
75% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Consistent Moisture
75% intensity
Keep soil moist, but avoid waterlogging. Reduce watering in winter.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 20-30°C. Protect from frost; minimums around 10°C.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Regular Feeding
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer during the growing season (spring/summer).
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 Passiflora laurifolia regularly, keeping the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out slightly between waterings, especially during the active growing season.
Reduce watering in cooler months to prevent root rot.
Prune Passiflora laurifolia in late winter or early spring before new growth begins. Remove any dead, damaged, or crossing branches to maintain shape and encourage airflow.
Lightly prune to control size and promote bushier growth and more blooms.
Passiflora laurifolia can be propagated from seeds sown in spring, requiring warmth and consistent moisture for germination. Cuttings taken from semi-hardwood in summer can also be rooted in a well-draining medium with bottom heat and high humidity.
Repot your Golden Bellapple every 2-3 years, or when it becomes root-bound. Choose a pot that is one size larger than the current one.
Use a well-draining potting mix, preferably one formulated for passionflowers or containing compost and perlite.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Golden Bellapple (Passiflora laurifolia)
Where Golden Bellapple (Passiflora laurifolia) 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 laurifolia |
Similar in genus Passiflora
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