Banana Passionfruit
Passiflora tripartita mollissimafam. Passifloraceae
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Pl. 2D43 — Passiflora tripartita mollissima
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IOverview
Overview
Banana Passionfruit (Passiflora tripartita mollissima) is a member of the Passifloraceae family and is native to countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Panamá, Peru, and Venezuela. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, medium to heavy clay soil. It can grow up to 5 meters tall and is known for its edible fruit. The distinctive feature of this passionflower is its light green, lobed leaves and the sweet, banana-flavored fruit it produces, making it a popular choice for both ornamental and culinary purposes in gardens and landscapes.
Quick answers
What is Banana Passionfruit?
Banana Passionfruit (Passiflora tripartita mollissima) is a member of the Passifloraceae family and is native to countries including Colombia, Ecuador, Panamá, Peru, and Venezuela. This plant thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, medium to heavy clay soil.
What is Banana Passionfruit used for?
Traditionally used for stress & anxiety. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.
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Top 1 evidence-ranked use of Banana Passionfruit
Clinicaluses · safety · chemistry · dosagemedicinal profile
IIBenefits & evidence
1 claim · 0 sources
Benefits & evidence
1 claim · 0 sources- Traditional-use note: Banana Passionfruit appears in herbal sources around calming and relaxation traditions, often as a tea. PlantSage presents this as ethnobotanical context, not as medical advice.
Traditional context only. This reviewed claim keeps the original moderate confidence level, but avoids treatment, disease, dosage, or guaranteed-effect language.
IV·bMixology suggestions
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Mixology suggestions
1 draftEditorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.
Banana Passionfruit support blend
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AI returned a direct ingredient list; normalized into one draft blend for editorial review.
Growingconditions · propagation · uses
VCultivation
Cultivation
Banana Passionfruit thrives in full to partial sun and requires moist soil that can be medium or heavy (clay). It is hardy in temperate regions with a USDA zone of 10-12. This plant grows up to 5 meters tall and produces edible fruit. Ensure the soil remains consistently moist for best growth, though it can tolerate some clay content. For propagation, use stem cuttings or layering methods.
Light
Full sun, Partial sun/shade
Water
Moist
Soil
Medium, Heavy (clay)
Hardiness
10-12
Mature size
5.0 m tall
For first-time growers
How to grow Banana Passionfruit for the first time
7steps
Start with a simple, sunny spot and basic care for your Banana Passionfruit.
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What you'll need
A young plant or seeds, compost, mulch.
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Best time to plant
Plant in spring when the last frost has passed.
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Soil and container prep
Use well-draining soil with some clay content. Ensure containers are at least 30 cm wide.
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Sowing or transplanting
Transplant young plants after all danger of frost is past, or sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before planting outside.
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First two weeks
Water regularly to keep the soil moist. Provide light shade if direct sun is too intense.
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Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, especially during fruiting. Prune occasionally to maintain shape.
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Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter to early spring to encourage new growth and remove dead branches.
VIEdible & utility
Edible & utility
Edible parts:Fruit
Edible uses: Drink, Sweetener
Contextrange · companions · related
VIIDistribution
5 native · 13 introduced
Distribution
5 native · 13 introducedDistribution across4 continents· 5 native· 13 introduced
Europe1 region
introduced (1)Portugal
Asia1 region
introduced (1)Sri Lanka
Americas5 regions
native (4)ColombiaEcuadorPeruVenezuela
introduced (1)United States
Africa3 regions
introduced (3)EthiopiaKenyaZimbabwe
Broader regions
native:Panamá
introduced:Cape Provinces, Mexico Central, Mexico Southwest, New South Wales, Northern Provinces, Queensland, Victoria
IXSpecimen gallery
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Specimen gallery
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See also
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same family · Passifloraceae
Botanical relatives — often share phytochemistry + growing needs.
shared use cases
Different families, similar therapeutic role — good for comparing.
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