Passion Flower Herb (Organic)
Herbs: Passion Flower Herb (Organic)
Passiflora incarnata
Format: C/S
Size: 1 oz
Known as: Passiflora incarnata, Passiflora caerulea, Apricot Vine, Blue and Purple Passionflower, and Maypop.
Location: Italy
Passionflower is a climbing vine native to South Texas, Mexico, and Central America. Growing to a length of 30 feet (9 meters) under ideal conditions, the vine bears three-lobed leaves, purple flowers, and yellow-to-orange egg-shaped fruit. The name of the plant comes from an analogy between the plant’s ornate flower and the elements of the crucifixion of Jesus: white and purple to symbolize heaven and purity, five stamens for the five wounds he suffered, and styles for the three nails used to affix him to the cross. A Spanish doctor named Nicolas Monardes was the first to document the flower used in Peru in 1569, which he then brought back to Spain, where its popularity spiked rapidly as a sedative. It was later classified by Linnaeus in 1745, when he noted over 20 species.
Nowadays, there are reportedly over 400 different species. The parts used are generally the dried leaves and stems. Passionflower powder must be stored at temperatures below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C), and should be used within six months of purchase. Can be used as teas, tinctures,tures, and encapsulations. Sometimes found in relaxing bath blends and sleep pillows, passionflower has been used by herbalists in Mexico, Central America, and Texas as a calmative and sleep aid for over 200 years. Currently, there is a German E monograph on passion that cites its medicinal properties.
NOTE: Pregnant women should avoid passionflower, since it can stimulate uterine contractions. Safe dosages for children under 6 have not been established. Caution should be used when buying those other sedatives, as passionflower may intensify the effects.
In Magick, Passionflower is ruled by Venus and Water. It is an excellent herb to use for all types of sleep blends - but especially sleep pillows. It raises vibrations in a room and tends to bring forth a sense of peace and calm. Excellent for incense blends and sachets when you need arguments to stop, to bring about overall relaxation for everyone involved. Also works well in incense blends for Meditation.
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