Banana Passion Fruit, Curuba (Passiflora mollissima) - Seeds

Description Banana Passion Fruit, Curuba (Passiflora mollissima) - Seeds Origin: Austria Harvest: 2025 Germination period: approx. 2-6 weeks Each pack contains 10 seeds! Larger quantities on request. Passiflora mollissima, also known as banana passion fruit or curuba, is an exotic, fast-growing climbing plant with striking, pink to salmon-colored flowers and elongated, edible fruits. It originates from the Andean regions of South America and thrives particularly well in temperate to subtropical climates. This passion flower species is not only a beautiful ornamental plant, but also produces aromatic fruits that can be used raw or in juices and desserts. Sowing instructions The germination of Passiflora mollissima can take some time. Pre-treatment of the seeds improves the germination rate considerably. Sowing time: All year round in warm climates, otherwise spring to summer Germination period: 3-6 weeks at 20-25 °C Seeding depth: Place 1-2 cm deep in well-drained potting compost Planting distance: 50-100 cm (depending on the trellis) Location: Sunny to semi-shady, protected from strong winds Pouring: Keep evenly moist, but avoid waterlogging Soak the seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing to speed up germination. Passiflora mollissima needs a stable climbing support and can grow up to 5 meters high. Harvest, use & storage The fruits ripen a few months after flowering and are ready to harvest when they take on a yellowish color and can be easily detached from the plant. Harvest time: Late summer to fall Use: Consume fresh, for juices, smoothies, desserts or jams Storage: Can be kept at room temperature for a few days, in the fridge for up to two weeks The fruits have a sweet and sour aroma and are rich in vitamin C and antioxidants. Tips and tricks A climbing aid promotes growth and makes harvesting easier. Passiflora mollissima is sensitive to cold - in temperate climates it is advisable to grow it in containers and bring it indoors in winter. Regular pruning keeps the plant compact and promotes flower formation. Pollinators such as bees and butterflies love the flowers - manual pollination may be necessary for indoor cultivation. Worth knowing Passiflora mollissima is traditionally grown as a crop in South America and is considered one of the highest-yielding passion fruit species. In some countries it can grow invasively as it spreads quickly and overgrows other plants. Its fruits are often used in tropical fruit blends due to their delicious taste. FREE seeds with every order ��   Important: Despite constant quality controls (checking the germination quality, storage ability, etc. of the plant seeds, etc.). we can unfortunately none Warranty on the germination of our seeds give - too many different factors in the context of cultivation / conditions - can prevent successful germination. Please inquire about the applicable laws in your country BEFORE purchasing this product. Laws and import regulations or whether this product may be imported/used/grown. Our plant seeds are, if available in your country for the Cultivation determined and allowed, exclusively intended for plant cultivation. For further information and guidelines please refer to our terms and conditions or simply write us your questions by mail to: [email protected] ��