Passion flower plants Folk name: Passion flowerNative to America and East India. Also grown in cultures. Grooved stems with corkscrew-like twisted shoots that emerge from the leaf axils.
Stalked leaves, elongated, ovate and spiky. The large, very beautiful flowers, white or purple in color, stand on long stems and reach a diameter of up to 8 centimeters. They develop into yellowish, oval berries with numerous seeds.
Medicinally used plant parts
The herb, without the roots. When it blossoms, the above-ground herb is harvested and gently dried. The homeopathic remedy is extracted from the fresh herb. Ingredients: Flavonoids with Vitexin, Coumarin, Umbelliferon, Harmin.
Curative effects and application
The drug is said to have a calming effect. It is used for nervous restlessness, sleep disorders, agitation and nervous complaints in the gastrointestinal tract.
Preparation
Passion flower herb tea: Take 1 teaspoon of drug and pour a large cup of boiling water over it, let it steep for 10 minutes, strain. If you have insomnia, it is best to drink one cup half an hour before going to bed.
Combination with other medicinal plants
Passion flower can have a beneficial effect on sleep disorders, especially in combination with hops, valerian and St. John’s wort. It can be mixed in equal parts. Preparation as above.
Application in homeopathy
Passiflora has a strong calming effect in the mother tincture and is prescribed for sleep disorders. It can also bring relief in cases of nervous restlessness. Side effects are not to be feared.
