PASSIFLORA EDULIS. Passion 

 Fruit. Perennial vine suitable for 

 greenhouses and nearly frost free 

 countries. Fruits ovoid, 2 to 3 inches 

 long, purple, seeds numerous; pulp 

 acidulous, pleasantly flavored; much 

 used in tropical countries in fruit 

 salads, confectionery, and for flavor- 

 ing ices and cool drinks. Requires rich 

 soil. Best grown on trellises. Closely 

 related to southern May Pop. 



PASSIFLORA SR. Passion Fruit. 

 From various sources. In Australia 

 one species has become an extremely 

 profitable fruit crop. In Chile and 

 Peru another species is a popular table 

 fruit. These introduced to cross with 

 the southern may pop, a closely related 

 perennial vine growing on poor soil. 

 Hybridization has been accomplished 

 betw een other species. 



38806. PAULOWNIA FOR- 

 TUNE!. From F. N. Meyer, Nan to 

 tchu, Shensi, China. Medium sized 

 tree, able to withstand drought and a 

 certain amount of alkali. Planted on 

 sandy land as a soil binder and wind 

 break. Wood very light, used in fur- 

 niture, bowls, jars, children's toys. 

 Valuable as an ornamental in mild- 

 wintered sections. 



