Red Panama Passionfruit Seeds (Dried)

Grow one of the most popular tropical passionfruit varieties from seed. Red Panama Passionfruit is a vigorous climbing vine that produces large, sweet red-skinned fruit with aromatic orange pulp and spectacular flowers. These dried seeds are ideal for growers wanting to raise this productive and rewarding vine from seed.

Seed Type: Dried Red Panama Passionfruit (Passiflora edulis f. flavicarpa × Passiflora edulis) seeds.

Origin: Tropical South America.

Growth Habit: Vigorous evergreen climbing vine reaching 5–10 metres with support. Perfect for trellises, pergolas, fences and arbours.

Climate: Thrives in warm, frost-free or subtropical climates. Can tolerate light frosts once established but grows best in warm, sheltered positions with plenty of sunlight.

Germination: Soak seeds in warm water for 24 hours before sowing 5–10 mm deep in a free-draining seed-raising mix. Keep warm (20–28°C) and consistently moist. Germination typically takes 2–8 weeks, although some seeds may take longer.

Fruit: Produces large, round to oval red-purple fruit with juicy orange pulp. The flavour is exceptionally sweet, rich and aromatic, making it ideal for eating fresh, desserts, drinks and juices.

Flowers: Large, striking white and purple passionflowers that attract bees and other beneficial pollinators.

Fruiting: Typically begins producing fruit within 1–3 years from seed under good growing conditions.

Care: Prefers full sun, fertile free-draining soil, regular watering and a sturdy climbing structure. Feed regularly during the growing season to encourage vigorous growth and heavy crops.

Health Benefits

The fruit is naturally rich in:

Vitamin C to support the immune system.
Dietary Fibre for healthy digestion.
Potassium which supports heart and muscle function.
Vitamin A to support healthy skin and eyesight.
Antioxidants that help protect cells from oxidative stress.
Hydrating, low-fat pulp that's delicious eaten fresh or added to smoothies, desserts and fruit salads.

Please note: The price is for one seed. Many of the species we offer are extremely rare in New Zealand and can be difficult to source. We spend considerable time locating high-quality seeds from trusted growers both within New Zealand and around the world, allowing us to offer unique and hard-to-find species to fellow collectors and gardeners.