Passionflower Herb Profile

Passionflower Overview

Botanical Name: Passiflora incarnata

Common Names: Passionflower, Maypop

Family: Passifloraceae

Description: Passionflower is traditionally known as a gentle nervine and mild sedative used to calm the nervous system, reduce anxiety, and support restful sleep. It is particularly effective for nervous tension, mild insomnia, and occasional restlessness.

Energetics: Cooling, calming and mildly sedative

Plant Actions:

• Nervine- supports the nervous system'
• Sedative- promotes relaxation and restful sleep
• Anxiolytic- reduces mild anxiety and agitation
• Spasmolytic-Helps relax muscle tension, especially in the nervous system
• Hypotensive (Mild) -May support healthy blood pressure in sensitive individuals

Safety Notes: Generally safe for adults, avoid in high doses during pregnancy or if using sedatives.

Products & Forms Used:

Passionflower tea         Gentle tea for calming and relaxing           1 oz             $15.00

Passionflower Tincture     Alcohol-based (1:5) stronger                 1 oz              $24.00

Passionflower Glycerite       Alcohol free (custom order)              1 oz                $34.00

Rayz Blends with Passionflower:

Nervous System Harmony tea , Stress Relief tea, Muscle & Pain Tincture, Flare Recovery Tea, Calm Minds Extract

Companion Herbs:

Works well with Skullcap, Lemon Balm, Hops, Linden, Valerian

Custom Formulation Options:

Add Passionflower to your own custom tincture or tea blend. Combine with other herbs in the single herbs collection to create a personalized nervous system support formula.

Disclaimer: These statements have not been evaluated by FDA. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any diseases. Consult healthcare professional if your are pregnant, breastfeeding, taking sedatives, or blood pressure medications. Use as directed.