Passiflora capsularis is a member of the family Passifloraceae with vanilla scented, delicate white flowers around 5 centimetres (2.0 in) long. It produces unusual looking ribbed ellipsoid fruits reddish purple in color, which are not edible. It grows readily in tropical climates, tolerating down to 5 °C and even lower for short spells. It flowers and grows readily even in small pots.
Dutchman's laudanum is resistant to disease and generally not susceptible to illnesses. Regarding care, this plant is fairly low-maintenance. When grown outdoors it needs little watering, and larger plants typically do not require pruning. Smaller plants, however, should be pruned after they finish blooming. Dutchman's laudanumt is suitable for anyone with outdoor space, like a garden or deck, and does not demand much gardening experience.
How to keep Passiflora Capsularis.
Light
Dutchman's laudanum comes from open habitats, such as sunny meadows and forest edges, where ample light is present. It flourishes in Full Sun but can also tolerate Partial Sun, showing good adaptability to different sunlight conditions.
Temperature
Dutchman's laudanum comes from tropical areas, where the climate is generally warm and humid. As a result, it is well-suited to high temperatures and humidity. It does not tolerate sudden temperature changes and prefers a consistently stable temperature, so it is important to avoid temperature fluctuations indoors. It usually cannot withstand cold and requires warmer conditions for growth. If the temperature falls too low, the plant may stop growing or even die.
Fertilizer
The best time to fertilize a Dutchman's laudanum is in early spring when it breaks dormancy. This encourages overall growth and the development of flowers. Feeding the plant improves its foliage, stems, and branches, while encouraging flowers that are larger, more vivid, and longer-lasting. It also assists in moving nutrients from the roots to the flowers and enhances the plant's health and resistance to disease.
Botanical profile.
- Plant Type
- Vine
- Life Cycle
- Perennial
- Genus
- Passiflora
- Family
- Passifloraceae
- Hardiness Zone
- 10-12
- Mature Height
- 3.05 m to 6.1 m
- Mature Spread
- 2.13 m to 3.05 m
- Leaf Color
- Green, Dark Green
- Leaf Type
- Evergreen
- Flower Color
- Red, Pink
- Flower Size
- 5.08 cm to 7.62 cm
- Bloom Time
- All year round
- Planting Time
- Spring, Summer, Autumn
- Harvest Time
- All year round
- Native Area
- Colombia, Bahamas, Cuba, Venezuela, Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Jamaica
Other names.
