Passiflora cinnabarina
Care, watering, light and tips for Passiflora cinnabarina on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Passifloraceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 4 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Passiflora cinnabarina
Passiflora cinnabarina, or red passionflower, is a vigorous and fast-growing vine native to Australia, renowned for its striking scarlet red flowers that add an exotic touch to any garden. Its blooms, appearing in spring and summer, are a magnet for pollinators. It is ideal for covering pergolas, fences, or walls, providing a vibrant burst of color.
Native range
Western Australia
Care tips
It requires full sun for optimal flowering and well-drained soil, slightly acidic to neutral. Watering should be regular during the growing season, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged. A common mistake is a lack of adequate support, as being a climber it needs a robust structure to develop properly. Protect from intense cold if temperatures drop below 0°C.
How to save a dying Passiflora cinnabarina
- Warning signs
- Yellowing, falling leaves, soft stems, no new shoots, wilting flowers. 🥀
- First aid
- Check drainage and watering. Prune damaged stems. Repot if soil is compacted.
- What kills it
- Overwatering and poor drainage suffocate roots. Also, insufficient direct sunlight.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't fully rotted and main stem is firm. Act quickly. 💪