Plant Part: Aerial Tops / Leaf, Stem & Flower (Cut & Sifted)

Package Size: 1 oz Pouch

Flavor Profile: Mild, earthy, grassy, slightly sweet, and herbaceous with subtle vegetal and straw-like undertones

Overview & Traditional Uses

Native to the southeastern United States and Central and South America, Passionflower is a striking climbing vine celebrated across indigenous traditions (notably by the Houma and Cherokee peoples) and later adopted into European folk herbalism and modern phytotherapy. Named by 16th-century Spanish missionaries who saw the complex parts of the blossom as symbolic reflections of the Passion of Christ, Passionflower is prized as one of herbalism's most reliable, non-addictive nervine relaxants. Rich in active flavonoids (including chrysin, vitexin, and isovitexin), maltol, and trace harmala alkaloids, Passionflower gently increases GABA activity in the brain to quiet a racing mind and ease physical tension.

• Quiet Mental Chatter & Deep Sleep: A premier calming nervine and hypnotic ally traditionally steeped to shut off the "circular thinking" and endless mental to-do lists that interfere with falling asleep.

• Metaphysical & Folklore Uses: Ruled by Venus and the Water element. Associated with deep peace, spiritual serenity, soothing emotional storms, relationship harmony, and dreamwork. Used in bath teas, floor washes, dream pillows, and harmony workings to dispel household conflict, calm frayed nerves, and invite tranquil spiritual equilibrium.

• Tension Release & Somatic Calm: Helps release physical tension held in tight neck and shoulder muscles, eases stress-induced digestive spasms, and soothes restlessness without leaving a groggy morning hangover.

Brewing & Preparation

• Standard Infusion: Steep 1–2 teaspoons of cut herb in 8 oz of freshly boiled water for 10–15 minutes, covered to retain the delicate active constituents. Strain and sip warm 30–45 minutes before bedtime.

• Evening Tranquility Blend: Pair with chamomile, skullcap, and lavender, sweetening with raw honey for a deeply grounding nighttime ritual.

• Pairs Well With: Chamomile, Skullcap, Hops Flowers, Lavender, Lemon Balm, Valerian Root.

Precautions & Storage

• Precautions: Contraindicated during pregnancy due to potential uterine-stimulating properties. Use caution while nursing. Because of its pronounced relaxing actions, do not consume before driving or operating heavy machinery. May enhance the sedative effects of prescription sleep aids, anti-anxiety medications (such as benzodiazepines), or MAO inhibitors; consult your healthcare provider prior to use if taking prescription medications.

• Storage: Store sealed in an airtight pouch or glass jar in a cool, dark, dry pantry away from direct heat and sunlight to protect its delicate flavonoids and green aerial foliage.

(These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.)