— Short, snippet-friendly answers to the most-asked questions about Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata). For the full profile with citations, open the main page.
Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) is a climbing vine belonging to the Passifloraceae family, native to southeastern United States and parts of Central America. Passionflower (Latin: Passiflora incarnata, family Passifloraceae) is a medicinal plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Passionflower is most often used to support stress & anxiety and better sleep. Each claim is rated by evidence strength — see the full profile for citations.
Passionflower should be used with caution by pregnancy. Always consult a clinician before using any herbal preparation — especially during pregnancy, breastfeeding, while on medication, or for children.
Passionflower is most commonly prepared as capsule, tea, or tincture. Dosage and method depend on the form — see the full profile for ranges and preparation steps.
Passionflower is a member of the Passifloraceae family native to ALA, ARK, BER, FLA, GEO, and ILL. Passionflower thrives in partial to full sunlight but can tolerate some shade.
Passionflower has 2 documented contraindications (severities: caution and warning). Most commonly: avoid concurrent use with sedatives, alcohol, or medications affecting the same pathway. Always consult a qualified clinician.
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