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Description
Passiflora Cincinnata Incense is a member of the Passifloraceae family, and is a beautiful and unique plant that is perfect for indoor or outdoor decoration. It is known for its fragrant flowers, which bloom in the summer months and attract many different types of pollinators. The plant can be grown as a vine or shrub and has a unique fragrance that is both sweet and musky.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain| Kingdom| Phylum| Class| Order| Family| Genus|| ————-|————-|————-|————-|————-|————-|————–|| Eukaryota| Plantae| Tracheophyta| Magnoliopsida| Malpighiales| Passifloraceae| Passiflora|
Appearance
Passiflora Cincinnata Incense can grow up to 20 feet long, but can be pruned to a more manageable size. Its leaves are green and shiny, with a lobed shape that can vary from plant to plant. The plant’s flowers are unique, with a deep purple or blue color and a complex structure that includes a central disk and numerous thin filaments. The flowers are very fragrant, and are followed by a small, round fruit that is usually not edible.
Care Guide
Passiflora Cincinnata Incense is a relatively easy plant to care for, and can be grown indoors or outdoors. It prefers well-draining soil and moderate watering, with regular fertilization during the growing season. The plant needs full sunlight to thrive, but can also tolerate some shade. It is hardy in zones 8-11, and may need protection in colder climates.
Common Pests & Diseases
Passiflora Cincinnata Incense is relatively pest and disease resistant, but may be susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and scale insects. These pests can be treated with insecticidal soap or neem oil. The plant may also be susceptible to fungal diseases such as powdery mildew or root rot, which can be prevented by proper watering and good air circulation.
Habitat
Passiflora Cincinnata Incense is native to Central and South America, but can be grown in many parts of the world as an ornamental plant. It prefers warm, humid climates and can be grown outdoors in tropical or subtropical regions.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Passiflora Cincinnata Incense a hardy plant?
A: Yes, Passiflora Cincinnata Incense is hardy in zones 8-11.Q: Can Passiflora Cincinnata Incense be grown indoors?
A: Yes, Passiflora Cincinnata Incense can be grown indoors or outdoors.Q: What pests can affect Passiflora Cincinnata Incense?
A: Passiflora Cincinnata Incense may be susceptible to aphids, spider mites, and scale insects.Q: What is unique about Passiflora Cincinnata Incense’s flowers?
A: Passiflora Cincinnata Incense’s flowers are deep purple or blue in color and have a complex structure that includes a central disk and numerous thin filaments.
Related Plants
– Passiflora caerulea- Passiflora incarnata- Passiflora edulis- Passiflora lutea
References
– “Passiflora Cincinnata.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=c592.- “Passiflora Cincinnata Incense.” Plant Care Today, plantcaretoday.com/passiflora-cincinnata-incense.- “Passiflora Cincinnata.” Plant Lust, plantlust.com/plants/passiflora-cincinnata/.
