Passiflora edulis Flavicarpa (Guavadilla / Yellow passion flower)

Passiflora edulis Flavicarpa

Guavadilla

A semi-hardy fruit tree that is suitable for a wide range of soil types.

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Botanical Name
Passiflora edulis Flavicarpa
Common Name
Guavadilla
Also Known As
Yellow passion flower
SA Tree No​
Tree Type
Evergreen
Attracts
Birds, Bees
Features
Flowering Season
Spring
Focal
No
Fragrant
Yes
Frost Tolerance
Semi-Hardy
Fruiting Season
Summer
Growth Rate
Fast >500mm
Minimal Leaf Shedding
No
Origin
Exotic
Soil pH
Root System
Aggressive
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Clay, Well Drained
Suitable Garden Size
Small, Medium, Large
Suitable Planting Area
Full Sun

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Bag Size
Price Range Incl. VAT
4L / 5L
NA
7L / 10L
R40-R400
20L
R300-R500
50L
R600-R800
100L / 200L
R900-R2000

Description

Gauvadilla is a coarse evergreen perennial vine that needs a support structure to attach to.  Its fruit has bright yellow skin and has a round to oval-like shape.  Guavadilla plants have deep roots that are invasive so should not be planted need pavings or buildings.

Also known as the Yellow passion flower.  It is often grown into an ornamental vine suitable for all-size gardens or used for indoor or container planting. 

  • Young trees need to be protected from frost
  • Tolerates temperatures as low as 5°C
  • Estimated height: 38cm
  • Estimated width: 12cm
  • Planting distance: 5-6m
  • Drought-resistant

Cultivars: Yellow or golden passionfruit.

Pollen compatibility: Self-pollinating.

Water requirements: Water moderately.

Fun facts: The name Guavadilla is the distinctive name for the yellow or golden fruiting shape of the purple passion fruit in South Africa.

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