Part 2 ~ Saving passionflower / maypop fruit seeds (Passiflora incarnata) ~ After removing the gelatinous seeds from the fruits, we ferment the passionflower seeds for several days in a bucket. This process breaks down the gel and kills any pathogens that may be present. Then, we strain the seeds and put them in a rack to dry in the sun. About passionflowers ⬇️ A native treasure of the southeastern United States! Passionflowers grow on long vines and the stunning blooms and fruits that form from

This is the fruit of passiflora incarnata, known commonly as purple passionflower or maypop! This variety of passionfruit is actually native to our region and in the high summer the passiflora rows are bustling with butterflies and bees, enjoying their nectar and gathering pollen from their flowers. The flowers and vines are useful medicinally (featured in several of our herbal products!) and the ripe fruit is sweet and tropical! We’re selling them in pint containers while supplies last! Come on