Passiflora edulis

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A species of passionflower vine: Passiflora edulis is a botanical name for a specific species of flowering vine in the genus Passiflora.
    • A cultivated fruit plant: It refers to the plant cultivated specifically for its edible, deep purple fruit, commonly known as passion fruit or purple granadilla.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The farmer grows Passiflora edulis for the international market.
    • This jam is made from the pulp of Passiflora edulis.
Advanced Usage
  • In botanical or agricultural contexts: The term is used formally to specify this particular species, distinguishing it from other passionfruit varieties (e.g., var. , which has yellow fruit).
    • The study focused on the climatic tolerance of Passiflora edulis.
Variants and Related Words
  • Passion fruit (n): The common name for the fruit produced by the vine.
  • Purple granadilla (n): Another common name for this fruit.
  • Passiflora (n): The genus to which this species belongs.
  • Passifloraceae (n): The botanical family name.
Synonyms
  • Purple passionfruit: A descriptive synonym highlighting the fruit's color.
  • Maracujá: A common name for passion fruit in Portuguese.
Notes on Meaning
  • The term 'Passiflora edulis' is a scientific binomial name. Its primary meaning is taxonomic, referring to the specific plant species. Its secondary, practical meaning refers to the commercially grown vine prized for its fruit.
Noun
  1. Brazilian passionflower cultivated for its deep purple fruit

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