{"product_id":"seemanns-passionsfrugt-passiflora-seemannii-fro-15-stk","title":"Seemann's passion fruit (Passiflora seemannii) | seeds, 15 pcs.","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eRARE | REQUIRES WARMTH\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003ePassiflora seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eDanish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seemanns passionsfrugt, Seemanns passionsblomst\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnglish names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seemann's passionflower, Seemann's Passion Flower\u003cbr\u003e\n\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"610\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"291\"\u003ePassiflora seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e is a rare and exotic climbing plant in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/collections\/passionsblomster-passiflora\"\u003epassionflower family\u003c\/a\u003e, native to Central America – particularly Panama and Costa Rica. Named after the German botanist Berthold Seemann, it is known for its tropical splendor and remarkable flowers, which differ significantly from the more common \u003cem data-start=\"591\" data-end=\"603\"\u003ePassiflora\u003c\/em\u003e species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"612\" data-end=\"973\" class=\"\"\u003eThe flowers are complex and striking, with dark purple to bluish-violet petals and a dramatic, curly corona (crown structure) in shades of white, violet, and dark blue. They appear almost \"multi-layered\" in structure and are a botanical work of art in miniature. Flowering typically occurs during warm and humid periods, attracting nectar-seeking insects and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1228\" class=\"\"\u003eThe leaves are three-fingered, deep green, and leathery, giving the plant tropical and dense foliage. As a climber, \u003cem data-start=\"1092\" data-end=\"1106\"\u003eP. seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e requires support and climbing opportunities, and under the right conditions, it can quickly cover a trellis, pergola, or fence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1228\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1235\" data-end=\"1256\"\u003eCultivation and requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1256\" data-end=\"1259\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1281\"\u003ePassiflora seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e requires warmth, high humidity, and a bright location away from direct, drying sun. It prefers well-drained, humus-rich, and slightly acidic soil and thrives best in a greenhouse, conservatory, or tropical plant environment. It cannot tolerate frost and should be kept at a minimum of 10–15 °C all year round.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1694\" class=\"\"\u003eRegular watering and high humidity are important for growth and flowering. Light pruning as needed encourages branching and flower formation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1694\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1722\"\u003eCultivation from seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1722\" data-end=\"1725\"\u003eSeeds of \u003cem data-start=\"1732\" data-end=\"1754\"\u003ePassiflora seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e should be soaked in warm water for 24–48 hours before sowing. They should be sown in a light, well-drained seed mix and kept in a warm place (25–28 °C) with high humidity. Germination can be irregular and take from 3 weeks to several months, so patience is necessary. Fresh seeds have a significantly higher germination rate. Once the seedlings are large enough, they can be repotted individually into deep pots with support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1553\" data-end=\"1694\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eFeel free to read our article on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/blogs\/nyheder\/spiring-af-passionsblomstfro-passiflora\" title=\"Spiring af passionsblomstfrø\"\u003egerminating passionflower seeds\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"2122\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2144\"\u003eUtility:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2147\"\u003eAlthough \u003cem data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003ePassiflora seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e is primarily grown as an ornamental plant, many \u003cem data-start=\"2218\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003ePassiflora\u003c\/em\u003e species, including this one, also have ecological significance as host plants for butterfly larvae (especially for Heliconius species). The fruits are generally not edible in this species, but the plant is highly valuable for collectors and botanical gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2711\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2486\"\u003ePassiflora seemannii\u003c\/em\u003e is an exclusive and visually spectacular plant for the dedicated grower who wants something rare, tropical, and botanically fascinating in their collection. A passionflower that lives up to its name with its complexity and beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"a Piece of Nature","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44616577483020,"sku":"EF-PA-008","price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/6728\/8588\/files\/Passifloraseemanii_1.jpg?v=1694721599","url":"https:\/\/www.apieceofnature.dk\/en-bg\/products\/seemanns-passionsfrugt-passiflora-seemannii-fro-15-stk","provider":"a Piece of Nature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}