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Purple Passionfruit
Inventory, 36 ct : 3.27
This item was last sold on : 12/04/22
Description/Taste
Purple passionfruit is slightly smaller than yellow passionfruit, averaging 5 to 7 centimeters in diameter, and has a round to oval shape with curved ends. The skin is smooth, waxy, and purple to dark red when young, developing darker hues with a leathery, dimpled, and wrinkled consistency with maturity. Underneath the surface, there is a white and spongy, inedible pith encasing a seed cavity. The flesh, also known as the pulp, consists of small and edible black seeds surrounding by a yellow to orange sack that is aqueous, slippery, and succulent. Purple passionfruit is highly aromatic and has a tropical and floral, sweet-tart flavor with musky undertones reminiscent of guava.
Seasons/Availability
Purple passionfruit is available year-round, with a peak season in the spring through late summer.
Current Facts
Purple passionfruit, botanically classified as Passiflora edulis, is the fruit of a climbing vine belonging to the Passifloraceae family. The sweet-tart, seedy fruits are native to South America and have become widely naturalized in tropical and subtropical climates around the world. There are two main commercial groupings of passionfruit that are globally cultivated, Purple passionfruit and yellow passionfruit, and within these types, there are many different cultivars with varying flavors and appearances. Purple passionfruit is primarily used for fresh consumption as it has a sweeter taste, while yellow varieties are cultivated for industrial juice processing. Passionfruit is known by many names, including Lilikoi in Hawaiian, Granadilla in Spanish, Maracuja in Portuguese, Fakihat Aleatifa in Arabic, Grenadille in French, and Krishna Fal in Hindi. The aromatic fruits are highly favored for their zesty, tropical taste and have become an exotic flavoring popularly incorporated into baked goods, cocktails, and desserts.
Nutritional Value
Purple passionfruit is a good source of vitamins A and C, which are antioxidants that can help reduce inflammation within the body and boost the immune system. The fruits also contain some potassium, phosphorus, iron, and folate. The seeds found within the flesh are an excellent source of fiber, which stimulates and regulates the digestive tract. Beyond the fruits, Purple passionfruit flowers have been used for centuries as a medicinal supplement to reduce symptoms associated with insomnia, asthma, anxiety, and menopause.
Applications
Purple passionfruit is prized for its sweet and tangy, jelly-like pulp, which is best suited for both raw and baked preparations. The fruit can be sliced in half, removed from the rind with a spoon, and consumed straight, out-of-hand. Both the pulp and seeds are edible, and for a less tart flavor, sugar, cream, or chile powder and lime can be added before serving. Purple passionfruit is popularly used as a topping over ice cream, yogurt, cakes, and fruit salads, or it can add tropical undertones into ceviche, soups, sauces, syrups, jams, and jellies. The flesh can also be strained through a cheesecloth to remove the seeds, and the juice can be blended into smoothies, fruit punches, soft drinks, and cocktails, or mixed into cheesecakes, cookies, shaved ice, mochi, malasadas, and frostings. In addition to the fruits, passionfruit flowers and leaves are edible and can be used fresh as garnishes or dried for teas. Purple passionfruit pairs well with fruits such as banana, orange, watermelon, coconut, and mango, honey, dark chocolate, and almonds. Purple passionfruit should be stored at room temperature until fully ripe. Mature fruits will be wrinkled, developing thin, brittle skin, and will appear darker in color. Once ripe, they can be stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Ethnic/Cultural Info
The name passionfruit can be traced back to the 16th century when Spanish missionaries first encountered the climbing vines in Brazil. Purple passionfruit vines produce large white flowers with intricate purple, green, black, and yellow detailing. Spanish missionaries believed the flower's appearance resembled icons of the crucifixion of Christ, also known as “the Passion.” These details on the flowers were used by the missionaries as visual symbols to share the crucifixion story with native peoples, and the elements included the stigmas of the flower representing three nails, the corona as the crown of thorns, the five stamen as the five wounds, and the five petals and five sepals as the ten apostles. After the missionary’s use of the flowers, the flowers became known as Flor das Cinco Chagas or the “Flower of The Five Wounds,” and eventually, the entire plant was generally labeled the passion plant, leading to the name passionfruit. In the modern-day, passionfruit can be spelled multiple ways, depending on the region of the world, and both passion fruit and passionfruit are considered grammatically correct spellings.
Geography/History
Purple passionfruit is native to tropical forests spanning across Southern Brazil, Northern Argentina, and Paraguay and has been growing since ancient times. The fruits were localized to South America until the arrival of Spanish missionaries in the 16th century, and later in the 19th century, the seeds were spread to Australia, Hawaii, Africa, Asia, and Southeast Asia. By the 20th century, Purple passionfruit was naturalized throughout most of the subtropical and tropical regions of the world and was also introduced to Israel for small-scale cultivation. Today Purple passionfruit is grown commercially in India, New Zealand, the Caribbean, Brazil, Columbia, Ecuador, Indonesia, Peru, Australia, Israel, Africa, and in the United States in Florida, Hawaii, and California. The vines are also grown in home gardens, cultivated for their fruits, leaves, and flowers, and can be found in gardens around the world.
Featured Restaurants
Restaurants currently purchasing this product as an ingredient for their menu.
| Yoann Taboyan, Personal Chef | San Diego CA | 347-277-1958 |
| Pamplemousse Grill | Solana Beach CA | 858-792-9090 |
| Salvatore's | San Diego CA | 619-544-1865 |
| Hotel Del Coronado Bakery | Coronado CA | 619-435-6611 |
| Understory | San Diego CA | 516-507-0101 |
| Alila Marea Beach Resort | Encinitas CA | 805-539-9719 |
| La Costa Resort & Spa Main Kitchen | Carlsbad CA | 760-930-7063 |
| The Shores | La Jolla CA | 858-459-8271 |
| Oyster and Pearl Bar Restaurant | La Mesa CA | 619-303-8118 |
| Juan Tequila | San Diego CA | 520-395-7565 |
| Miho | San Diego CA | 619-365-5655 |
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Mar Vista Farmers Market
Sunrise Organic Farm
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 9 days ago, 11/27/22 
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Central Mayorista Medellin
Near Itagui, Antioquia, ColombiaCalle 85 #48-01 Medellin Antioquia About 19 days ago, 11/18/22 Sharer's comments : Gulupas! 
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Near Petaling Jaya, Selangor, MalaysiaAbout 22 days ago, 11/14/22 
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Euro supermercado Jardines De Llanogrande
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock St Suite 150 San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 https://specialtyproduce.com About 85 days ago, 9/12/22 Sharer's comments : Passionfruit from Wallace Farm 
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Near Del Mar, California, United States3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook, CA 760-728-1610 About 94 days ago, 9/03/22 
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Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United States3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook, CA 760-728-1610 About 114 days ago, 8/14/22 
Rionegro
Euro supermercado Jardines De Llanogrande
Antioquia, ColombiaKm8, Via Don Diego, Llanogrande Rionegro Antioquia 034-444-0366 About 122 days ago, 8/06/22 Sharer's comments : Gulupas en temporada! 
Mar Vista Farmers Market
Sunrise Organic Farm
Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 135 days ago, 7/24/22 
Elsey& Bent
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Near London, England, United Kingdom8 Southwark St London England SE1 1TL 442074073377 About 144 days ago, 7/15/22 
Carulla
Carulla El Poblado
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaMedellín 604-251-6789 About 149 days ago, 7/10/22 Sharer's comments : Gulupas, la sensación de las Passionfruit 
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Legumbrería La Frescura
Near Itagui, Antioquia, ColombiaPlaza La America Medellin 479-6915 About 167 days ago, 6/22/22 Sharer's comments : Gulupas! 
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Pinecrest Gardens Green Market
Pinecrest Farmers' Market
Near Pinecrest, Florida, United States11000 Red Road Pinecrest FL 33156 1-786-667-6992 https://greenmarketco-op.org About 205 days ago, 5/15/22 
Mercato di Campo dei Fiori
Near Rome, Rome, ItalyAbout 216 days ago, 5/05/22 
Medellín
Near Itagui, Antioquia, ColombiaAbout 250 days ago, 4/01/22 Sharer's comments : Cutinas verdes y maduras 
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Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 254 days ago, 3/27/22 
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Near La Jolla, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 254 days ago, 3/27/22 
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Rancho Santa Fe Farmers Market
Atkins Nursery
Near Fairbanks Ranch, California, United States3129 Reche Rd, Fallbrook, CA 760-728-1610 About 296 days ago, 2/13/22 Sharer's comments : Passionfruit soufflé here I come!! 
Medellin, Colombia
Tienda Éxito Avenida Colombia
Near Medellin, Antioquia, ColombiaCra. 66 ##No. 49 - 01 Medellin Antioquia 574-605-0307 https://www.exito.com/ About 300 days ago, 2/09/22 Sharer's comments : Conocida en Colombia como “Gulupa” 
Mar Vista Farmers Market
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Near Venice, California, United StatesAbout 303 days ago, 2/06/22 
Whole Foods Market
Near Miami, Florida, United StatesAbout 309 days ago, 1/31/22 
Specialty Produce
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 hancock st SD CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 315 days ago, 1/25/22 Sharer's comments : Purple Passionfruit from Santa Cruz Fruit Growers at Specialty Produce 
Yellow Green Farmers Market
Near Hollywood, Florida, United StatesAbout 317 days ago, 1/23/22 
Poway Farmers Market
Heritage Family Farm
Near Poway, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 318 days ago, 1/22/22 
Robert Is Here Fruit Stand & Farm
Near Florida City, Florida, United StatesAbout 319 days ago, 1/21/22 
Medellin Colombia
Makro Medellin
Near Medellin, Antioquia, Colombia604-430-5708 About 353 days ago, 12/18/21 Sharer's comments : De los campos de Antioquia crece esta exótica fruta, famosa por su sabor y versatilidad 
City Heights Farmers Market
Bernardino Loera Farms
Near San Diego, California, United StatesFallbrook, CA About 360 days ago, 12/11/21 
Yellow Green Farmers Market
Yellow Green Farmers Market
Near Hollywood, Florida, United States1940 N 30th Rd Hollywood FL 33021 877-523-8665 About 381 days ago, 11/20/21 
Poway Farmers Market
Jacy Farm
Near Poway, California, United StatesAnza, CA About 395 days ago, 11/06/21 Sharer's comments : These are ready to eat and will be perfect in my vegan passionfruit soufflé tonight! 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 438 days ago, 9/24/21 Sharer's comments : Passion fruit from Wallace Farms 
Natoora
Near London, England, United KingdomAbout 444 days ago, 9/18/21 
Eataly
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Near London, England, United Kingdom135 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3YD, United Kingdom 44002072370346 https://natoora.com About 444 days ago, 9/18/21 
Escondido Farmers Market
R&L Farms
Near Escondido, California, United StatesRamona, CA About 448 days ago, 9/14/21 Sharer's comments : Been scooping this superfood out and adding it to my afternoon smoothies! 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Coleman Family Farm
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 451 days ago, 9/11/21 
Poway Farmers Market
Jacy Farm
Near Poway, California, United StatesAnza, CA About 472 days ago, 8/21/21 Sharer's comments : Packed with antioxidants and vitamin C - perfect added zest to my morning smoothie! 
Specialty Produce
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Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock Street San Diego, CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 484 days ago, 8/09/21 
Specialty Produce
SpecialtyProduce
Near San Diego, California, United States1929 Hancock street San Diego CA 92110 619-295-3172 About 485 days ago, 8/08/21 Sharer's comments : Passion fruit from Wallace farms 
Rionegro, Llanogrande
Euro supermercado Jardines De Llanogrande
Antioquia, ColombiaKm8, Via Don Diego, Llanogrande Rionegro Antioquia 034-444-0366 About 524 days ago, 6/30/21 Sharer's comments : Una delicia de fruta exótica 
Specialty Produce
Near San Diego, California, United StatesAbout 596 days ago, 4/19/21 Sharer's comments : Passion fruit from Wallace Ranch 
Santa Monica Farmers Market
Sycamore Hill Ranch
Near Santa Monica, California, United StatesAbout 619 days ago, 3/27/21 |
