Passiflora edulis Flavicarpa
Guavadilla
A semi-hardy fruit tree that is suitable for a wide range of soil types.
Additional Information
Information | Details |
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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 |
Fruit, Citrus & Nut Trees Pricing
Bag Size | Price Range Incl. VAT |
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4L / 5L
| NA
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7L / 10L
| R40-R400
|
20L
| R300-R500
|
50L
| R600-R800
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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.Â
- 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.