Passion Flower

English Name: Passion Flower

Latin Name: Passiflora incarnata

Type: Herbal

What is Passion Flower?

Passion flower is a sturdy, flowering vine native to South America that is also found in some of the southern United States. Its delicate purple and white flowers have been used in traditional medicine for centuries to treat bruises, cuts, and menopausal symptoms in women. Spanish missionaries to Peru in the 15th century coined the name passion flower because they saw extensive symbolic meaning related to the crucifixion in the plant’s physical appearance¹.

What are the benefits of Passion Flower?

Stress & Anxiety

Seizures

Passion flower has traditionally been used to help with seizures. The herb contains bioactive compounds, including harmine and flavonoids, which may have anticonvulsant and neuroprotective properties. 

Sleep Support

Passion flower can positively affect healthful sleep quality and patterns while addressing insomnia. Studies have shown the herb can have a sedative effect that may help some people experiencing insomnia to fall asleep faster, enjoy deeper restful sleep, and stay asleep longer.²

Pain Relief

Passion flower provides natural relief from mild to moderate pain, such as headaches and muscle aches, and may help reduce inflammation in the body. Its bioactive compounds possess analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, offering a holistic approach to pain relief and inflammation reduction.

Blood Pressure

Passion flower may help regulate blood pressure by promoting blood vessel relaxation and reducing anxiety and stress levels. Its bioactive compounds, including flavonoids and alkaloids, contribute to these effects by enhancing the production of nitric oxide and modulating neurotransmitters involved in blood pressure regulation. This suggests the flower may help lower blood pressure and alleviate some symptoms of hypertension¹.

How does Passion Flower work?

Modern research has shown that passion flowers may help the brain produce chemicals called gamma-aminobutyric acid or GABA, a powerful mood regulator. This chemical works as an inhibitory neurotransmitter, meaning it helps block the signals in your brain that cause anxiety or excitement². The plant also contains significant amounts of alkaloids and flavonoids, which have reliably healthful benefits.

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