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Passion Fruit Yellow Pandhara Krishna Kamal Medicinal Plants Garden Plant(1 Healthy Live Plant) - Kadiyam Nursery

Passion Fruit Yellow Pandhara Krishna Kamal Medicinal Plants Garden Plant(1 Healthy Live Plant)

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Common name:
Passion Fruit, White Granadilla
Regional name:
Marathi - Pandhara Krishna Kamal, Hindi - Korda Pacham, Bengali - Mukkopeera, Sanskrit - Passion Phal, Urdu - Kordpacham
Category:
Climbers, Creepers & Vines, Medicinal Plants
Family:
Passifloraceae or Passion flower family

1. Introduction

  • Overview: Passion Fruit 'India' (Passiflora edulis) is a popular tropical fruit native to South America and widely cultivated in India for its delicious taste, numerous health benefits, and ornamental appeal.

2. Plant Information

  • Varieties: Two main types: Purple Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis Sims) and Yellow Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa Degener).
  • Climatic Requirements: Thrives in tropical and subtropical climates with an altitude range of 900 to 1500 meters.
  • Soil Requirements: Well-drained, loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 6.5.

3. Plantation

  • Propagation: Propagation is done through seeds or cuttings.
  • Spacing: Plant seedlings 3 to 4 meters apart with 2 to 3 meters between rows.
  • Planting Time: Best planting season is during the rainy season, from June to August.

4. Growing

  • Watering: Regular and consistent watering is required, particularly during the dry season.
  • Sunlight: Requires full sunlight for optimal growth and fruit production.
  • Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer (N-P-K) every two months during the growing season.
  • Support: Provide trellises or other support structures for climbing vines.

5. Care

  • Pruning: Prune to maintain an open canopy and promote better air circulation, sunlight penetration, and fruit development.
  • Pest and Disease Management: Regularly check for pests like mealybugs, aphids, and caterpillars; and diseases like leaf spot, root rot, and wilt.

6. Harvesting

  • Maturity: Fruit matures 60 to 80 days after flowering.
  • Harvesting Technique: Handpick ripe fruits that have a slightly wrinkled skin and yield to gentle pressure.
  • Post-Harvest Handling: Store fruits at 7-10°C with a relative humidity of 85-90% to prolong shelf life.

7. Benefits

  • Health Benefits: Rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals that support immune system, heart health, and digestion.
  • Economic Benefits: Provides income opportunities for small-scale farmers and supports local economies.
  • Ornamental Value: Attractive flowers and foliage make it a popular choice for gardens and landscape design.