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Passiflora sanguinolenta

Mast. & Linden

Blood red passion vine

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Passiflora sanguinolenta is a flowering plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is sometimes referred to by the common name blood red passion flower and is native to Ecuador and Peru.

Description

A climbing plant. The leaves are large and have 2 lobes. The leaves are 5-8 cm wide. The flowers are pink.

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Edible Uses

The fruit is eaten.

Distribution

A tropical plant.

Where It Grows

Ecuador, Peru, South America, Venezuela,

Synonyms

Passiflora mastersiana Harms

References (2)

  • Gard. Chron. 1868:1162. 1868
  • Ulmer, T., & MacDougal, J.M., 2004, Passiflora Passionflowers of the World. Timber Press. p 68

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