Blue passionflower (Passiflora caerulea) is regarded as an environmental weed in Victoria and some parts of New South Wales.
Blue passionflower is typically grown in tropical gardens or greenhouses for the exotic beauty of its flowers. This species is widely cultivated for its value as a hardy parent plant in Passiflora breeding programs. The fruits are also edible.
In India, blue passionflowers are called Krishnakamala in Karnataka and Maharashtra, while in UP and generally north it is colloquially called "Paanch Paandav".
Varieties include the popular Blue Passionflower (P. Caerulea), which is nearly immune to pests and is less affected by frost. P.
 See also: Vine, Passionflower, Passiflora, Orange, Fruits
  
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