Passion fruits



This is the flower of the passion fruit or (passiflora edulis) sometimes called purple granadilla.



Why is it known as "passion" fruit?
According to Wikipedia's information, the name was given by missionaries who saw the signs in its flowers and looks like the torture or Passion of Christ before His crucifixion.
Look for it and compare!



* The 3 stigmas reflects the 3 nails in the hands and feet of Jesus.
* The threads of the flower resemble the Crown of Thorns
* The vine's tendrils are like the whips.



*The 5 anthers represent the 5 wounds.
*The 10 petals and sepals resemble the Apostles (excluding Peter and Judas).
*The purple petals represents the purple robe used to mock Jesus's claim of kingship.

Its fruit is round to oval form and turns from green to dark purple when ripe.
They have a juicy meat with numerous yellow seeds.

Fresh passion fruits contains beta carotene, potassium and dietary fibre in high content. It is also a good source of vitamin C. A very advisable fruit for people with high blood pressure to consume.

They are now in abundance and waiting for you to gather when ripe.

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