Exeter passion flower (Passiflora x exoniensis)

Family: Passifloraceae | Edibility: Edible (3/5)

Passiflora x exoniensis is an evergreen Climber growing to 5 m (16ft) by 5 m (16ft) at a fast rate. See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 10 and is frost tender. It is in leaf all year, in flower from June to September, and the seeds ripen from September to November. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs) and is pollinated by Bees. The plant is self-fertile.

Edible Parts & Harvest Seasons

Edible Parts: Fruit

Harvest Seasons: Early Summer, Fall, Late Summer

Flavor & Culinary Uses

flavoured. — Fruit - raw or cooked.; It is especially well-flavoured.

Habitat & North American Range

Not known in a wild situation. (Zone 9)