{"product_id":"flagermusvinget-passionsblomst-passiflora-sexflora-fro-10-stk","title":"Goat-foot passion flower (Passiflora sexflora) | 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 sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flagermusvinget passionsblomst\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Batwing passionflower, passion flower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and exciting species in the vast passion flower genus, which includes hundreds of species from tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. The species is particularly well-known among collectors by the name \u003cem\u003eBatwing Passionflower\u003c\/em\u003e – in Danish often called the bat-winged passion flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickname is due to the plant's unusual leaves, which in many plants have a characteristic shape reminiscent of spread bat wings. The combination of the distinct leaves and the fascinating flowers makes this species one of the more unusual passion flowers in cultivation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is rarely seen in cultivation compared to more well-known species such as \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/lilla-passionsfrugt-passiflora-edulis-edulis-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Purple passion fruit (Passiflora edulis edulis) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora edulis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/passiflora-caerulea-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Blue passion flower (Passiflora caerulea) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora caerulea\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/passiflora-ligularis-fro-10-stk\" title=\"Sweet granadilla (Passiflora ligularis) | seeds\"\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora ligularis\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, making it particularly attractive to collectors of rare Passiflora species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plant develops long, vining tendrils and beautiful green leaves, giving it a lush and tropical look. Like other passion flowers, it forms spectacular flowers with a complex structure that makes the genus one of the most fascinating in the plant kingdom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassion flowers are known for their incredible variation in both flower shapes, leaf shapes, and growth habits. Many species are grown for their flowers, while others are also valued for their edible fruits.\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=\"The entire collection of Passiflora seeds\"\u003ePassiflora seeds\u003c\/a\u003e, where you will find both rare collector species and more well-known fruit-bearing varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation and requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e thrives best in full sun to light partial shade and prefers:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNutrient-rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEven moisture during the growing season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eHigh humidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for climbing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA nutrient-rich tropical potting soil is ideal for cultivation. For optimal growth, an \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/products\/okologisk-godning-450-ml\" title=\"Liquid organic multi-fertilizer\"\u003eorganic fertilizer\u003c\/a\u003e can be used throughout the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe species is not frost-tolerant and in Denmark is best grown as a container plant, greenhouse plant, or winter garden plant. It can be placed outdoors during the summer months in a warm and protected location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike most passion flowers, the plant grows quickly under good conditions and can develop long vines in a short time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCultivation from seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeeds of \u003cem\u003ePassiflora sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e germinate best under warm conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSoak the seeds in lukewarm water for 24 hours before sowing (but see our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-passionsblomstfro-passiflora\" title=\"Article on germinating passion flower seeds\"\u003egerminating passion flower seeds\u003c\/a\u003e)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSow in a well-drained soil mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain a temperature of 22–28 °C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, but not wet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGermination can occur within a few weeks, but it can often take months for them to sprout. Patience is therefore often necessary when growing rare Passiflora species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe young plants usually grow quickly once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eUtility and collector value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an ornamental and collector plant. It is especially the species' rarity, the unusual bat-like leaves, and the characteristic flowers that make it interesting among enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor passion flower collectors, the species represents an opportunity to grow something rarely seen in common plant collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePassion flowers are among the most varied flowering plants in the world, and \u003cem\u003ePassiflora sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e is an exciting example of the enormous diversity found within the genus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePassiflora sexflora\u003c\/em\u003e is an obvious choice for the plant enthusiast who wants to grow a rare and exotic passion flower from seed – a fascinating climbing plant with unusual leaves, beautiful flowers, and high collector value.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54839140122892,"sku":null,"price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Passiflorasexflora_1.jpg?v=1781903755","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/flagermusvinget-passionsblomst-passiflora-sexflora-fro-10-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}