Passionflower

Common Name:

Passionflower

Botanical Name:

Passiflora incarnata

Short Description:

Passionflower is a calming nervine and gentle sedative used for anxiety, insomnia, restlessness, and circular thinking. It helps quiet mental chatter and supports a smooth transition into sleep.

Parts Used:

Aerial parts (vine, leaves, and flowers)

Actions:

Anxiolytic, nervine, hypnotic, antispasmodic, sedative

Energetics:

Cooling, slightly moistening

Body Systems:

Nervous, cardiovascular, reproductive

Spiritual/Energetic Uses:

Calms the heart-mind and helps release overthinking or looping thoughts. Passionflower invites surrender and supports intuitive awareness, especially during times of emotional agitation or insomnia.

Planetary/Dosha Associations:

Planetary: Moon
Dosha: Balances Vata and Pitta

Safety Notes:

Generally very safe. May enhance effects of sedatives. Best taken as a tincture or tea before bed. Use caution in very low blood pressure or bradycardia.