Passiflora incarnata
The English name for this herb is Passion flower.
Description
Passiflora incarnata's Flower. It is a woody vine with flowers that reminded early pilgrims of the passion and suffering of Christ. According to Jesuit missionaries the blue and white color of the flower symbolizes heaven's purity. The white petals symbolize the ten faithful apostles (minus Peter and Judas). The corona correlates to the crown of thorns, the five red stamens are representative of the five wounds, and the three styles of the pistils represent the three nails. When the flower is only partially opened, it looks like the star seen by the Wise Men.
Pharmacological Actions
The pharmacological actions of Passiflora incarnata are Anodyn, Anti-axiety, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-spasmodic, Diaphoretic, Hypnotic, Hypotensive, Mild Laxative, Nervine , Sedative.
The pharmacological actions of Passiflora incarnata's Flower are Anti-depressant, Anti-spasmodic, Sedative.
Indications
The indications of Passiflora incarnata are Insomnia, Anxiety.
The indications of Passiflora incarnata's Flower are Anxiety, Nervous Disorders, Spasm, Sleeplesness, Menopause disorders, Restlessness.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Temperament
None recorded.
Occurrence, Taste & Odor
None recorded.
Dosage
| Part | Dose | Instructions |
|---|---|---|
| Herb (Dried) | 4.000 – 8.000 g/day | Should be taken dried herbs thrice a day. |
Available Brands
None recorded.
Compound Preparations
No Compound Preparation information is available for Passiflora incarnata.
Substitutes
No information regarding Passiflora incarnata's substitute is currently available.
Active Constituents
The active constituents of Passiflora incarnata are Alkaloid, Flavone glycosides, Flavonoids, Gum, Sterol, Sugar.
Antidotes
No information regarding Passiflora incarnata's antidote is currently available.
Toxicity
Currently no Toxicity information is available for Passiflora incarnata. (work in progress)