Passiflora
Passiflora
Passiflora (/pæsɪˈflɔːrə/), also known as passion flower, is a genus of about 550 species of flowering plants, the type genus of the family Passifloraceae.
Etymology
The name "Passiflora" comes from the Latin words "passio" which means "passion" and "flora" which means "flower". The name was given by Spanish missionaries who saw the flower as a symbol of the Passion of Christ.
Description
Passiflora plants are mostly vines, with some being shrubs, and a few species being herbaceous. The flowers are produced in a wide range of colors. In many species, the flowers are showy and fragrant.
Species
There are about 550 species of Passiflora plants. Some of the most well-known species include Passiflora edulis, the passionfruit, and Passiflora incarnata, the maypop.
Uses
Passiflora plants are cultivated for their flowers, for fruit, or as ornamentals. They are also used in traditional medicine for their sedative and anxiolytic effects.
Related Terms
- Passifloraceae: The plant family to which Passiflora belongs.
- Passiflora edulis: A species of Passiflora, known for its fruit, the passionfruit.
- Passiflora incarnata: A species of Passiflora, known as the maypop.
- Passion flower: Another name for plants in the Passiflora genus.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Passiflora
- Wikipedia's article - Passiflora
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