Passiflora Setacea

This species has not been cultivated for very long... it was about time, because the 10 cm large, white flowers are not to be disdained. The sepals, petals, and corona are white, the pistil is purple, and the stamens are yellow. On the reverse side, the sepals are marbled purple, a flower with a beautiful underside!

Sowing passion flowers is a fascinating adventure! Regular supply of fresh seeds is important, otherwise germination takes a very long time or fails. Through cooperation with the National Passiflora Collection, we are assured of a successful and special assortment. The flowering period is usually in the summer, from May-November. In the plant's cycle, a sowing period from February-May is recommended, but with extra care, year-round sowing is possible. First, soak the seeds for 1 day in milk, then sow them in a loose mixture of 3/4 sifted peat moss and 1/4 washed sand, under a cover or foil. Germination temperature 25-30°C, ventilate when the 1st set of leaves has formed. Most species produce fruit through cross-pollination; a few self-pollinators are mentioned separately. Some species are resistant to our winters outdoors, others should be treated as container plants.

Names:
Latin: Passiflora setacea
Dutch: Borst Passiebloem
English: Passionflower