Fetid Passionflower

Passiflora foetida L.

pass-ah-FLOOR-ah  FET-ah-daw

Passifloraceae

Explanation of name:  The generic name means Passionflower.  Foetida means smelly.

Natural range:  Southwestern U.S. to South America

Recognition:  Bracts are feathery-pinnate, looking like lace.  Flowers white to pale yellowish-white with reddish centers, creamy. Fruit scarlet.

Landscape uses:  Weedy invasive exotic.  Not recommended

Internet sources: http://www.tropilab.com/passi-foetida.html

http://www.wildflower.org/plants/result.php?id_plant=pafo2