Passiflora indecora
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Summary
Source: WikipediaPassiflora indecora is a species of plant in the family Passifloraceae. It is found in Ecuador and possibly Peru.
Description
A tropical creeping vine in the passionflower family (Passifloraceae), found in Ecuador at elevations between 1,200-3,020 m above sea level.
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Edible Uses
The fruit is edible.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant. In Ecuador it occurs between 1,200-3,020 m above sea level.
Where It Grows
Ecuador*, South America,
Synonyms
Passiflora involucellata Harms
Also Known As
Granadilla silvestre
References (2)
- Kvist, L. S., et al, 2006, Bosques montanos bajos occidentals en Ecuador y sus plantas utiles. Botanica Economica ge los Andes Centrales. 205-223.
- Torre, de la, L., et al, 2008, Enciclopedia de las Plantas Útiles del Ecuador. Herbario QCA. Pontificia Universidad Católica del Ecuador. p 485
