Passion Flower - Passiflora aurantia - Orange-petaled Passion Flower
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The Orange-petaled passion flower is a species native to Autralia, and although the purple coloured fruits are not very tasty and pretty inedible, it is highly prized and valued for its profusely flowering nature, producing masses of salmon-orange flowers.
A low growing climber, it typically reach 1-2 metres tall, it is not hardy but can be grown as a beautiful Patio plant in the summer, or used as a houseplant, either all year round, or just the frosty months.
When the flowers open, they start off cream colored, then over a period of several days, the color darkens to a beautiful salmon pink and finally dark red. Supplied in approx 1-2 litre containers.
The primary intended use of this plant is to grow food for human consumption.
There are thousands of different plant species that can be consumed, and our extensive range is no exception. We have conveniently listed a large number of edible plants here. Additionally, we have compiled several articles and handy recipes for some of the plants you are less likely to find in supermarkets.
We always recommend conducting your own research before consuming any plant to understand the various ways different varieties can be prepared and consumed. Be mindful of potential allergies when trying anything new and ensure it is suitable for all who may be consuming it.
Some plants or varieties can also be cultivated as animal feed for livestock, such as poultry, game, and livestock reared for consumption. Again, we advise doing your own research to select the most appropriate plants for your livestock.
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