Yellow Passionflower
(Passiflora lutea)
Yellow Passionflower (Passiflora lutea)
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Summary
Passiflora lutea, commonly known as Yellow Passionflower, is a perennial herbaceous climbing or trailing vine native to the southeastern United States. It thrives in a variety of habitats such as open woodlands, forest edges, and thickets. This vine can reach lengths of 3–5 meters, and its slender stems are adorned with alternate, palmately three-lobed leaves. The Yellow Passionflower blooms from late spring to early summer, producing small, 1-1.5 cm diameter chartreuse (yellow-green) or off-white flowers. While not as showy as some other passionflower species, its flowers are intricate and unique, with a fringed corona. The flowers give way to small, black berries that are attractive to wildlife.
The Yellow Passionflower is valued for its ability to attract butterflies, including the Gulf Fritillary, whose larvae feed on the foliage. It is used in butterfly gardens and as a naturalizing plant in semi-shaded areas. This vine is hardy, tolerating winter temperatures down to −15 °C and even −30 °C for brief periods. For optimal growth, it prefers bright shade to sunny locations with moist, rich soil. It is adaptable to full sun or part shade and requires medium amounts of water with well-draining soil. While generally pest-free, it can be susceptible to caterpillar damage due to its role as a host plant for butterfly larvae.CC BY-SA 4.0
The Yellow Passionflower is valued for its ability to attract butterflies, including the Gulf Fritillary, whose larvae feed on the foliage. It is used in butterfly gardens and as a naturalizing plant in semi-shaded areas. This vine is hardy, tolerating winter temperatures down to −15 °C and even −30 °C for brief periods. For optimal growth, it prefers bright shade to sunny locations with moist, rich soil. It is adaptable to full sun or part shade and requires medium amounts of water with well-draining soil. While generally pest-free, it can be susceptible to caterpillar damage due to its role as a host plant for butterfly larvae.CC BY-SA 4.0
Plant Description
- Plant Type: Vine
- Height: 6-15 feet
- Width: 2-4 feet
- Growth Rate: Rapid
- Flower Color: Yellow, Green
- Flowering Season: Summer
- Leaf Retention: Deciduous, Semi-deciduous
Growth Requirements
- Sun: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Water: Medium
- Drainage: Medium, Fast
Common Uses
Bee Garden, Bird Garden, Butterfly Garden, Deer Resistant, Edible*Disclaimer: Easyscape's listed plant edibility is for informational use. Always verify the safety and proper identification of any plant before consumption., Fragrant, Hummingbird Garden, Potted Plant
Natural Habitat
Native to open woodlands, forest edges, and thickets in the southeastern United States
Other Names
Common Names: Passionflower, Gelbe Passionsblume
Scientific Names: , Passiflora lutea, Passiflora lutea var. glabriflora, Granadilla lutea, Passiflora lutea var. lutea,
GBIF Accepted Name: Passiflora lutea L.