{"product_id":"passiflora-vespertilio-batwing-passionflower-5_seeds","title":"Passiflora vespertilio | Batwing Passionflower | 5_Seeds","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"56\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"56\"\u003ePassiflora vespertilio — Batwing Passionflower Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"58\" data-end=\"563\"\u003eUncommon, theatrical, and rich with symbolism, \u003cstrong data-start=\"105\" data-end=\"131\"\u003ePassiflora vespertilio\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of the most visually intriguing passionflowers in cultivation. Its name comes from the Latin \u003cem data-start=\"232\" data-end=\"245\"\u003evespertilio\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning “bat,” a nod to the plant’s famously \u003cstrong data-start=\"292\" data-end=\"327\"\u003ebat-shaped, deeply lobed leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e that give the vine an air of mystery even when it is not in bloom. Native to tropical regions of South America, this species is prized by collectors for its dramatic foliage, elegant flowers, and strong connection to butterfly ecology.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"565\" data-end=\"973\"\u003eDuring the warm months, the vine produces exquisite passionflowers with \u003cstrong data-start=\"637\" data-end=\"675\"\u003esoft white to pale lavender petals\u003c\/strong\u003e, dramatically accented by a bold \u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"757\"\u003ecorona of violet, purple, and blue filaments\u003c\/strong\u003e. The flowers are \u003cstrong data-start=\"775\" data-end=\"795\"\u003elightly fragrant\u003c\/strong\u003e, offering a subtle, sweet scent that is most noticeable on warm days. Each bloom is short-lived, but the plant flowers repeatedly, creating a steady procession of exotic beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"975\" data-end=\"1012\"\u003eCultural \u0026amp; Botanical Significance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1013\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003ePassionflowers are among the most symbol-rich plants in the world. In the 16th century, European missionaries interpreted the unusual floral structures of \u003cem data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003ePassiflora\u003c\/em\u003e as representations of the Passion of Christ, embedding spiritual meaning into the genus name. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1275\" data-end=\"1301\"\u003ePassiflora vespertilio\u003c\/strong\u003e adds another layer of symbolism through its bat-like leaves, which have come to represent transformation, twilight, and the hidden wonders of nature. Botanically, it is admired for its ornamental foliage, which remains a focal point even outside the flowering season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1571\" data-end=\"1602\"\u003eWildlife \u0026amp; Ecological Value\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1603\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003ePassiflora vespertilio is an \u003cstrong data-start=\"1632\" data-end=\"1688\"\u003eimportant larval host plant for longwing butterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e, including species closely related to the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1731\" data-end=\"1749\"\u003eZebra Longwing\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on climate and region. Caterpillars rely on its foliage for development, making this vine a meaningful contribution to butterfly conservation. The nectar-rich flowers attract \u003cstrong data-start=\"1936\" data-end=\"1982\"\u003ebees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and moths\u003c\/strong\u003e, while ladybugs and other beneficial insects are commonly found nearby, drawn by the vibrant insect activity surrounding the plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2116\" data-end=\"2149\"\u003eGrowing Character \u0026amp; Hardiness\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2150\" data-end=\"2281\"\u003eThis species is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2168\" data-end=\"2204\"\u003evigorous, twining perennial vine\u003c\/strong\u003e, evergreen in frost-free climates and semi-evergreen where winters are mild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2666\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2283\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2373\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2285\" data-end=\"2301\"\u003eBloom Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White to pale lavender with purple, violet, and blue corona 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data-end=\"3443\"\u003e75–85°F (24–29°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3446\" data-end=\"3489\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3489\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3448\" data-end=\"3458\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright light or filtered sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3490\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3505\"\u003eMoisture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil evenly moist but never waterlogged\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3554\" data-end=\"3574\"\u003eGermination Time\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3680\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3680\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3577\" data-end=\"3680\"\u003eGermination is \u003cstrong data-start=\"3592\" data-end=\"3604\"\u003evariable\u003c\/strong\u003e, usually occurring 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