Passiflora pinnatistipula
Care, watering, light and tips for Passiflora pinnatistipula on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Passifloraceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Passiflora pinnatistipula
Passiflora pinnatistipula, commonly known as tacso, is a vigorous tropical vine, valued for its striking purple flowers and edible fruits. Its tendrils allow it to climb, making it ideal for pergolas, walls, or as an ornamental plant in gardens. Its exotic flowers and dense foliage make it an attractive focal point.
Native range
Andes of South America, from Colombia to Chile and Argentina
Care tips
It requires full sun to partial shade exposure for abundant flowering and optimal fruiting. Watering should be regular, keeping the substrate moist but not waterlogged, especially during warm months. It prefers rich, well-draining, slightly acidic soils. A common mistake is the lack of adequate support, which can limit its growth and flowering.
How to save a dying Passiflora pinnatistipula
- Warning signs
- Yellow, droopy, or wilting leaves. No flowers or fruits. Dry or soft stems.
- First aid
- Check soil moisture. Ensure 6+ hours direct sun. Protect from frost. Prune dry branches.
- What kills it
- Over or under-watering. Lack of sunlight. Temperatures below 0°C. Poor soil drainage.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots aren't rotted and green stems remain. Act quickly and patiently.