Purple Passion Fruit Vine Maracuya Morado

The Purple Passion Fruit Vine (Passiflora edulis 'Possum Purple') is a self-fertile, fast-fruiting tropical vine that bears sweet-tangy purple fruit and striking, intricate flowers. Native to southern Brazil through Paraguay and northern Argentina, it is grown in the subtropical climate of Homestead, Florida, and ships ready to climb.

At a glance

• Botanical name: Passiflora edulis 'Possum Purple'
• Pollination: Self-fertile; a single vine fruits on its own
• Light: Full sun
• Water: Regular; well-drained soil
• Size: 1-gallon (about 12 inches) or 3-gallon (2 to 3 feet)
• Fruiting: Heavy producer, often within one year of planting; year-round
• Type: Edible climbing fruit vine

Best for

• Training on trellises, fences, and arbors
• Subtropical and tropical gardens
• Adding vertical interest and ornamental flowers
• Gardeners wanting continuous, year-round fruit
• Fresh eating, juicing, and desserts

How to grow

Plant in well-drained soil with full sun and provide a trellis, fence, or arbor for support. Water and fertilize regularly to support growth and fruiting, and prune minimally, removing only dead or damaged growth.

Flavor profile

The purple fruit is sweet and tangy with the aromatic, seedy pulp passion fruit is known for, ideal for fresh eating, juicing, or adding to desserts.

About Everglades Farm

Everglades Farm cultivates its passion fruit vines in Homestead, Florida, where the subtropical climate supports robust growth and abundant fruit production.