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Passiflora schlimiana

Family: Passifloraceae


What it is like

A passion-fruit family vine. It is hairy. The leaves have 3 lobes. The leaves are 6-8 cm long by 8-11 cm wide. The flowers are 7-10 cm across. The fruit are oblong and yellow. They are 5-6 cm long by 2.5-3 cm wide.


Where it is found

A tropical plant. It grows at higher elevations in the Andes.

Countries/locations it is found in

Andes, Colombia, South America, Venezuela


How it is used for food

The fruit are used for drinks and sweet dishes.

Edible parts

Fruit


How it is grown


Its other names

Local names

Curuba

Synonyms