We are delighted to present in Agromática, a great climber which we have the privilege of enjoying in our garden. We know it as a passionflower, but it is usually known as a passion flower. Surely you have a hole somewhere in the garden so that Passiflora can climb. Go ahead!
Growing a great climber, Passiflora or passion flower
When we mention Passiflora We are referring to the genus of plants to which it belongs, for example, the passion flower. This climber is scientifically known as Passiflora incarnata. It develops some magnificent, very showy and showy flowers, which contrast very well with the greenness of its leaves.
It is a great climber that can reach more than 6 to 9 meters in length. It uses its tendrils, a kind of non-woody branch that coils into the holes and gaps in fences and walls. In addition, as if that were not enough, they have also been attributed to Passiflora incarnata medicinal properties, which we will discuss at the end of this article. Now we are going to give you some tips and indications to grow it.
Environmental characteristics
Of the genre Passiflora, the passionflower or passion flower is the one that best resists environmental conditions. Supports a wide range of temperatures that reach -5º below zero, although predictably, at this temperature there will be frost damage. If you just planted your Passiflora incarnata its adaptation to cold is slower so it will not withstand such low temperatures. You can make a padding bed for it and cover it with plastic stuffed with straw or grass. It will work and will endure the winter.
With regards to light, it needs enough light to reach it on the wall or fence where it grows and climbs. Therefore, you should avoid planting it if the house generates a lot of excess in the place where you plan to plant it.
What soil is the most suitable?
Requires floors of medium texture, that is to say, the francs. Nothing happens if it goes a bit loamy or sandy. They should contain a good percentage of organic matter that you can add yourself periodically. What’s more, they must be damp and therefore have good drainage for avoid flooding.
Irrigation and fertilizer characteristics
Especially in the flowering season and when the plant is young it requires generous amounts of watering. It is necessary to constantly maintain the humidity in the soil, but always avoiding excesses that can rot the plant. You can also use the padding technique to ensure greater conservation of moisture in the soil for a longer time.
As to subscriber, it is advisable to periodically add a generous amount of manure, compost or vermicompost. With irrigation it will be able to infiltrate until it is assimilated by the roots of the Passiflora.
Passionflower multiplication
A very common and successful way to multiply this climber is through the cutting. In spring you can pick a stem that retains a few leaves and place it in a pot indoors (average temperature of 20 ºC) with a mixture of peat and sand.
If you have a little home greenhouse better than better. This moisture will improve the rooting capacity, although you can always resort to rooting gels.
With the seeds, a similar procedure is followed. They are planted under the same conditions (a seedbed for example) also in spring.
Some medicinal remedies from Passiflora
For a long time, the American Indians used this plant to make poultices in order to heal wounds and burns, very common at the time. In addition, it has been found that through infusions blood pressure can be regulated, as well as treat mild anxiety problems or cases of insomnia.
