What is the recommended dosage of Passionflower?

Typical dosage of Passionflower as Infusion / tea: 1–2 g, 1–4× per day. Adjust based on body weight, condition, and product standardisation. Consult a herbalist or clinician before starting.

Is Passionflower safe during pregnancy?

This database does not flag Passionflower with pregnancy-specific contraindications, but no herb should be assumed safe in pregnancy without clinician review. Consult a licensed herbalist or your prenatal care provider before use.

How should Passionflower be stored?

Dried Passionflower keeps 12–18 months in an airtight glass jar away from direct sunlight and moisture. Volatile-oil constituents degrade faster — buy in small quantities and use within 6 months of opening for peak potency. Refrigerate tinctures once opened.

What are alternatives to Passionflower for stress & anxiety?

Explore the /goals/anxiety guide on PlantSage for evidence-ranked alternatives supporting stress & anxiety. Different plants suit different constitutions and constraints (pregnancy, driving, alcohol tolerance).

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Passionflower

Passiflora incarnatafam. Passifloraceae

O vântătoare climândoasă cu flori intricate și o istorică etnobotanică lungă pentru nerveci și insomnie. Compus principal: vitexin.

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Passiflora incarnata (Passionflower) — botanical photograph

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Prezentare

Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata) este o vântătoare climândoasă din familia Passifloraceae, nativă în sud-estul Statelor Unite și unele părți ale Americii Centrale. Cunoscut pentru valorile ornamentale sale cu flori delicate de culoare purpuriu și albastru, a fost utilizată medicinal. Părțile aeriene, inclusiv frunze și floare, conțin compuși precum vitexin. Cercetări indică că passionflower poate ajuta la reducerea stresului și anxietății, în special înainte de proceduri medicale, și să îmbunătășească calitatea somnului prin îmbunătățirea modelului general de somn.

Quick answers

What is Passionflower?

What is Passionflower used for?

Traditionally used for stress & anxiety, better sleep. Each claim is evidence-rated — see Section II for full citations.

Is Passionflower safe?

2 documented contraindications — review Section III before use. Always consult a clinician for medical conditions, pregnancy, or medication interactions.

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Best for

Top 2 evidence-ranked uses of Passionflower

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Beneficii și dovezi

2 claims · 2 sources

Reduces pre-procedural and generalized anxiety
Likely GABAergic via flavone glycosides (vitexin, isovitexin). Small but consistent clinical signal.
▲ ModerateStress & anxiety →1 source
Improves sleep quality
Subjective and PSG measures both improved in pilot trials.
▲ ModerateBetter sleep →1 source

Precauții și contraindicații

2 cautions

pregnancy

Pregnancy: avoid (uterine stimulant in animal studies).

warning

MAOIs

Theoretical interaction; clinical reports limited.

caution

Need audience-specific safety verdicts? See dogs, cats, children, pregnancy, or breastfeeding guides.

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Active compounds

1 listed

VitexinOthermarker0.8–1.6%

alkaloidterpeneflavonoidglycosidephenolicpolysaccharide

Dozaj

Form	Dose	Frequency	Duration
Infusion / tea Mild potency	1–2 g / 240 ml	1–4× daily	Up to 56 days
Tincture (1:5, 45%) Moderate potency	2–4 ml	3× daily	Up to 42 days
Standardized capsule Moderate potency	250–1000 mg	1–4× daily	Up to 56 days

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Mixology suggestions

1 draft

Editorial drafts. These pairings are AI-suggested from traditional herbal lore. Always verify with a qualified herbalist before brewing.

Evening Calm

sleep

tea

passionflower2p

lavender1p

Traditional bedtime infusion.

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Growingconditions · propagation · uses

Cultivare

Passionflower se dezvoltă în lumină parțială sau completă, însă poate tolera și o umor scurată. Prefere sustratul cu bine drenaj și bogat în materie organice. Arătați plantei de apă regulat, asigurându-vă că obțină o umiditate constantă fără a devina stagnată. Foarte rezistentă în regiuni temperate, passionflower poate fi propagată prin secțiuni de stem sau prin împărțirea plantelor stabile. Părțile aeriene, floare și frunze sunt utilizate pentru proprietățile lor medicinale, în special pentru reducerea stresului și anxietății și îmbunătățirea calității somnului. Vitexin este unul dintre compușii găsiți la pasiunea florii care contribuie la beneficiile sale.

For first-time growers

How to grow Passionflower for the first time

7steps

Start with passionflower as a simple, low-maintenance plant for beginners.

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What you'll need
Passionflower seeds or young plants, potting soil, containers with drainage holes.
2
Best time to plant
Plant in spring after the last frost, or start seeds indoors about 6 weeks before the last expected frost.
3
Soil and container prep
Use well-draining potting mix. Ensure containers are at least 12 inches wide and deep.
4
Sowing or transplanting
Direct sow seeds outdoors after danger of frost, or start indoors and transplant young plants once they have several leaves.
5
First two weeks
Keep soil consistently moist. Place in a sunny spot with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
6
Ongoing care
Water when the top inch of soil feels dry, and fertilize every 4-6 weeks with a balanced fertilizer.
7
Harvest or pruning
Prune in late winter to early spring to encourage new growth. Remove dead leaves and spent flowers.

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Distribuție

21 native · 9 introduced

Distribution across2 continents· 21 native· 9 introduced

Asia5 regions

native (1)Georgia

introduced (4)BangladeshIndiaMyanmarPakistan

Oceania1 region

introduced (1)New Caledonia

Broader regions

native:Alabama, Arkansas, Bermuda, Florida, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia

introduced:Delaware, District of Columbia, Maryland, New Jersey

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Garden companions

1 pair

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Lavender

Lavandula angustifolia

Pest repellent

Lavender repels pests that may harm passionflower.

Specimen gallery

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Health goals

Stress & anxiety Best for stress & anxiety: Passionflower Better sleep Best for better sleep: Passionflower

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