Passiflora suberosa / Passiflora pallida – Corkystem Passionflower, Corky-stem Passion Vine, Cork Bark Passionflower, Indigo Berry

Description

Passiflora suberosa is a fast-growing, evergreen climbing vine native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It features slender, green stems that become corky and woody with age, the origin of its common name. The small, three-lobed leaves vary in shape and color, while its delicate greenish-yellow flowers attract butterflies and other pollinators throughout much of the year.

After flowering, the vine produces small, round fruits that ripen to a deep purple or black, often eaten by birds. Adaptable and hardy, P. suberosa thrives in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It’s commonly used as a groundcover or ornamental climber and is an excellent host plant for butterfly species such as the Gulf Fritillary (Agraulis vanillae).