CATEGORY – Creeper

UOM – Each

SAPLING DESCRIPTION

1.Number of saplings in a net pot – 1
2.Sapling Height – 6 to 8 inches
3.Watering – Keep soil moist; water when the top inch of soil is dry
4.Sunlight – Full sunlight

PLANT DESCRIPTION

1.Difficulty Level – Moderate
2.Full Plant Height – 20 to 30 feet (with support)
3.Leaves Color – Green, large, and slightly serrated
4.Flowers – White to purple, large, intricate flowers
5.Type – Ornamental climbing vine and edible fruit producer
6.Feed – Balanced fertilizer or organic compost every 4–6 weeks
7.Watering – Regular watering; prefers well-draining soil
8.Soil – Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral soil
9.Sunlight – Full sun to partial shade
10.Suitable Temperature – 70°F–90°F (21°C–32°C); frost-sensitive

HOW TO PLANT A SAPLING

1.Select a sunny site with well-draining soil and a sturdy vertical support for the vine.
2.Dig a hole twice the width and equal depth of the net pot.
3.Place the sapling (with net pot) in the hole.
4.Fill in with soil and press gently around the base.
5.Water thoroughly, ensuring the soil stays moist but not waterlogged.
6.Provide a trellis or other climbing structure for the vine to spread.

ALTERNATE NAMES

1.Botanical name: Passiflora quadrangularis
2.Common names: Giant Granadilla, Giant Passionfruit, Giant Banana Passionfruit
3.Hindi: विशाल ग्रानाडिला (Viśāl Grānāḍilā)
4.Tamil: மிகப்பெரிய பாஷன் பழம் (Mikapperiya Pāṣan Paḻam)
5.Telugu: భారీ గ్రానాడిల్లా (Bhārī Grānāḍillā)
6.Kannada: ದೈತ್ಯ ಗ್ರಾನಾಡಿಲಾ (Daitya Grānāḍilā)
7.Marathi: विशाल ग्रानाडिला (Viśāl Grānāḍilā)
8.Malayalam: വലിയ ഗ്രാനഡില (Valiya Grānaḍila)