Purple Possum Passionfruit
Latin Name: Passiflora edulis 'Possum Purple' Key Features Purple Possum Passionfruit is a perennial vine that produces beautiful purple fruits. The leaves are deep green and three-lobed, and the flowers are white with purple and yellow accents. The fruits are about the size of a large egg and have a tough outer shell that protects the juicy pulp and seeds inside. Medicinal Uses Purple Possum Passionfruit has a high nutritional content, and is a good source of vitamins A and C, potassium, and fiber. The fruit has antioxidant properties and can help to boost the immune system. It has also been used to treat insomnia, anxiety, and high blood pressure. Spiritual Uses Passionfruit has long been associated with passion, desire, and sensuality, and is sometimes used in love spells or rituals. In some cultures, it is also believed to have healing properties and is used in spiritual or religious ceremonies. Care Instructions (for Florida) Purple Possum Passionfruit prefers full sun and well-dr