{"product_id":"miniature-passionsblomst-passiflora-andreana-fro-10-stk","title":"Miniature passion flower (Passiflora andreana) | seeds, 10 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miniature passion flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Miniature passion vine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and unusual passion flower from the cool cloud forests of the Andes in Venezuela, Colombia, and Ecuador. It grows naturally at altitudes between approximately 2,500 and 3,300 meters above sea level, where temperatures are significantly lower than in the tropical lowland areas from which many other passion flowers originate. This makes the species particularly interesting for growers in cooler climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant develops elegant vines with beautiful, broad, and almost spoon-shaped leaves. During the flowering period, it produces a wealth of attractive purple flowers, which stand in beautiful contrast to the fresh green foliage. After flowering, small fruits are formed, which are edible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike many tropical passion flowers, \u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in moderate temperatures and does not like extreme heat. This is precisely why it has become popular among collectors of so-called highland Passiflora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are interested in passion flowers, you can also explore the rest of our collection of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/passionsblomstfro-passiflorafro\" title=\"Our entire collection of passion flower seeds\"\u003ePassiflora seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, where you will find rare highland species, fruit-bearing species, and spectacular flower forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e prefers cooler conditions than many other passion flowers and thrives best with:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFull sun to light partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNutrient-rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eConsistent moisture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eGood air circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCool nights and moderate daytime temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is particularly well-suited for greenhouses, sunrooms, or sheltered growing locations where the temperature does not get too high during the summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can tolerate light frost for short periods, making it hardier than many other Passiflora species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing from seed\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours before sowing. Sow them in a well-drained soil mix and keep the temperature around 18–25 °C. However, see our specific article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-passionsblomstfro-passiflora\" title=\"Article on germinating passion flowers from seeds\"\u003egrowing Passiflora from seed\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination can take from a few weeks to several months. Keep the soil slightly moist throughout the entire germination period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily a collector's plant. The combination of the beautiful purple flowers, the decorative leaves, and the species' unusual origin in the Andean cloud forests makes it one of the more exciting Passiflora species for enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor growers who often experience problems with tropical passion flowers in hot greenhouses or cold winters, \u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e can be an interesting alternative, as it is naturally adapted to a cooler mountain climate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora andreana\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a rare highland passion flower from seed – an elegant climbing plant with purple flowers, edible fruits, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54841487196428,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Passifloraandreana_1.jpg?v=1782147499","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.eu\/en\/products\/miniature-passionsblomst-passiflora-andreana-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}