How much sun does Corkystem Passionflower need?

Corkystem Passionflower grows best in full sun conditions.

When does Corkystem Passionflower bloom?

Corkystem Passionflower blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.

Where is Corkystem Passionflower native?

Corkystem Passionflower (Passiflora suberosa) is native to FL, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.

What pollinators does Corkystem Passionflower attract?

Corkystem Passionflower draws butterflies and bees.

Is Corkystem Passionflower HOA-friendly?

Corkystem Passionflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Corkystem Passionflower

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Passiflora suberosa

Last reviewed: July 2026

Light

full sun

Water

low

Size

36"–72" H × 36"–72" W

Bloom

Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep, Oct, Nov

Native to

Pollinators

butterflies, bees

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Corkystem Passionflower is a native Texas vine that produces small greenish-yellow flowers from spring through fall. This drought-tolerant climber spreads readily and can be used as groundcover or trained on supports.

In an HOA neighborhood

Corkystem Passionflower takes more care to keep looking intentional in a front yard. Maintenance level: low. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Works well in: backyard only.

Requires support structure
Can appear messy

Wildlife value

This plant serves as a host for Gulf Fritillary and other passion-vine butterflies while providing nectar for various pollinators. The small fruits also attract birds.

Common questions

How much sun does Corkystem Passionflower need?: Corkystem Passionflower grows best in full sun conditions.
When does Corkystem Passionflower bloom?: Corkystem Passionflower blooms in March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, and November.
Where is Corkystem Passionflower native?: Corkystem Passionflower (Passiflora suberosa) is native to FL, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
What pollinators does Corkystem Passionflower attract?: Corkystem Passionflower draws butterflies and bees.
Is Corkystem Passionflower HOA-friendly?: Corkystem Passionflower takes more care to look intentional in a front yard. Consider it for backyard or mid-zone beds rather than the street edge.

Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.

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