Maypop Seeds | Purple Passionflower | (Passiflora incarnata)
Maypop Seeds | Purple Passionflower | (Passiflora incarnata)
Exotic beauty meets native resilience.
Passiflora incarnata, commonly called Maypop or Purple Passionflower, is a fast-growing native vine admired for its intricate, otherworldly blossoms and edible, aromatic fruit. With its purple and white filaments and starburst form, each flower is a natural work of art—attracting bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds all summer long.
Native to the southeastern United States, Maypop thrives in sunny gardens and naturalized landscapes. It’s one of the hardiest passionflowers, returning each year from its roots even in cold climates, and spreading gently by underground runners to form lush, living trellises.
Why Grow Purple Passionflower?
- Native North American passionflower—rare among tropical relatives
- Produces edible, egg-shaped fruits with a sweet-tart tropical flavor
- Host plant for Gulf Fritillary and Zebra Longwing butterflies
- Perfect for trellises, fences, pollinator gardens, or wild edible landscapes
Growing Details
- Botanical Name: Passiflora incarnata
- Common Names: Maypop, Purple Passionflower, Wild Passion Vine
- Germination Rate: 88%
- Harvest Year: 2024
- Seed Source: Georgia, USA
- Stratification: Cold stratify 30–60 days recommended
- USDA Zones: 5–10
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Light: Full sun to partial shade
- Mature Size: Vines 10–25 ft long
- Growth Rate: Fast
- Packet Sizes: 10, 25, 50, or 100 seeds
Ecological Importance
- Essential host plant for Gulf Fritillary and Zebra Longwing butterflies, supporting multiple larval stages each year.
- Flowers attract a wide variety of native pollinators, including carpenter bees and hummingbirds.
- Fruit provides food for wildlife such as raccoons, opossums, and wild turkeys in late summer.
Fun Facts
- The name “Maypop” comes from the popping sound the ripe fruit makes when stepped on or crushed underfoot.
- Its striking flowers were named by Spanish missionaries, who saw symbols of the Passion of Christ in their structure.
- Maypop roots and leaves have a long history of traditional medicinal use among Native American tribes for calming and sleep support.
Evergreen Seed Co. provides premium, high-germination native passionflower seeds harvested from naturally growing U.S. populations. Each order includes detailed germination instructions to help you cultivate this spectacular and ecologically vital vine.
FAQ
FAQ
Do you pre-stratify the seeds?
Most of our seeds are not pre-stratified. We ship them unstratified so you can control germination timing based on your local growing season. We sell to all 50 U.S. states and Canadian provinces, and since each region has different planting windows, pre-stratifying would risk seeds germinating in transit or before you're ready to plant.
True stratification requires cold, moist conditions, which can lead to premature sprouting or mold if not timed properly. To avoid this, we store most seeds in dry cold conditions to preserve viability — but this does not initiate stratification.
Do any of your seeds need to stay moist? (Recalcitrant seeds)
Yes — some species we offer are recalcitrant, meaning they must remain moist to stay viable and cannot be dried out. Examples include: Chestnut, Hazelnut, Paw Paw, etc.
These seeds are shipped in moist cold storage and are clearly labeled on the product page when applicable. Please refrigerate immediately upon arrival and follow included care instructions.
Do you ship internationally?
We currently ship to the United States and Canada only. Unfortunately, we cannot ship to other countries without a phytosanitary certificate, which is required by most international customs agencies.
If you're interested in shipping outside North America, please contact us. Note that a phytosanitary certificate typically adds $60–$80 USD per seed type and must be arranged in advance.
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & What's Included
Shipping & Packaging
Hand-packed in resealable zipper kraft paper seed bags
Stratification and planting instructions included with every order
1 free bonus seed pack included with every order
Ships within 3–5 business days via USPS
Return Policy
Return Policy
Due to the nature of our products, we do not accept returns on seeds.
However, if your order arrives damaged or incorrect, please contact us within 7 days and we’ll make it right.
