The passionflower is a climbing vine that can grow up to 30 feet (9 meters) tall. It is mainly known for its beautiful flower. The flower comes in vibrant blue and purple shades with stripes of white throughout the whole flower. It can also be spotted by its egg shaped fruit and three lobed leaves. Passionflower has been used in Central and North American medicine traditions for hundreds of years. It was found to be taken specifically in Mexico for issues of insomnia, hysteria, and even epilepsy. It is known for its sedative properties and also tranquilizing properties. It can help reduce feelings of nervousness, relax the nervous system, and help users fall asleep. Do not consume passionflower if you are pregnant. Since it can cause drowsiness, avoid taking high or concentrated doses of passionflower if you operate heavy machinery on a regular basis.
Habitat & Cultivation
This plant is native to the United States, mainly the southern region. It is also found in Central and South America. The passionflower can be found throughout parts of Europe today. It is mostly grown in parts of Italy because it needs sunlight and a nice spring environment. This flower is planted from the seed and grown until it has flowered. Once it has flowered it is then harvested and used for drying or tablets and infusions. Only the aerial parts and the flower is used since they are the most potent part of the plant.
Uses
Sleep Concerns can be quelled with the use of Passionflower. Whether it is insomnia or irritability, this herb can help users fall asleep and stay asleep. It can also be used as a sedative and helps ease the whole nervous system.
Pain Relief has been known to help relieve pain and the symptoms associated with aches and pains. It can be used for toothaches and headaches that are mild. It has also been used for relieving menstrual cramps.
Self Care Passionflower can be used to help with any feelings of nervousness or anxiety. It can also help with not being able to fall asleep and aches and pains found throughout the body.
Parts used
Aerial parts picked and added to infusions
Key Actions
Sedative
Antispasmodic
Tranquilizing
Constituents
Flavonoids
Amino acids
Cyanogenic glycosides
Indole alkaloids
References
- Chevallier, Andrew, FNIMH; Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine - 550 Herbs and Remedies for Common Ailments; 3. Edition 2016; ISBN: 978-0-2412-2944-6; Page 119.
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