Nensi
Passiflora organensis

Family: Passifloraceae

What it is like

An evergreen climbing shrub. It climbs over a trellis or other plants by coiling tendrils. The fruit are round. They are about 15 mm across. The pulp is yellow.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. It needs a temperature above 10°C and above 16°C at flowering. It needs a moist, humus rich and well-drained soil.

Countries/locations it is found in

Brazil, South America

How it is used for food

The fruit can be eaten raw. They are also used for drinks. They are also used to flavour pastries.

Edible parts

Fruit

How it is grown

Plants can be grown from fresh seeds. The pulp helps germination. Stored seeds need to be soaked in warm water for 24 hours and may still take 12 months to germinate. Plants can be grown by cuttings, layering and air-layering. Plants can be cut back and will re-grow.

Its other names

Local names

Maracuja-pintado, Maracujazinho

Synonyms

Decaloba obtusa (Vell.) M. Roem.; Decaloba organensis (Gardner) M. Roem.; Passiflora maculifolia Mast.; Passiflora pertusa Vell.; Passiflora porophylla Vell.;