Passiflora incarnata — say it out loud and it sounds like a spell!

And honestly? The Purple Passionflower (it’s common name) looks like something from a fairytale! This native vine is a workhorse for local wildlife. It's a host plant for gulf fritillary and variegated fritillary butterflies, and its fruit (the "maypop") is a favorite snack for birds and small mammals come late summer. It's easy to walk right past and miss them along the side of the parking lot, but that's the magic of this place: there's something to discover in every corner. If you want to experience the magic of butterflies, save the date for our upcoming Butterfly Experience on September 12 + 13! Learn more about the Butterfly Experience and other events at our website - we hope to see you there! #DunwoodyNatureCenter #DiscoverDunwoodyNature #DNC #DunwoodyGA #DunwoodyGeorgia #AtlantaNature #ExploreGeorgia #MetroAtlanta #SandySprings #NorthAtlanta #GeorgiaNativePlants