Purple Passion Vine (Gynura sarmentosa)

Often grown as a houseplant, Purple Passion Vine has green leaves with rich purple fuzz on the leaves giving it a velvety appearance. The trailing stems make it ideal for a hanging basket or a pot where the stems are allowed to trail over the edge. Regular pinching at the terminal ends of the stems keeps the plant compact and nicely shaped. Small orange flowers appear in summer and are best removed once the buds form since the flowers have an unpleasant odor. Bright light helps to maintain the attractive purple color.