Passion
Flower
(Passiflora incarnata)
Native Americans record the use of Passion Flower as
early as 1610. Early Spanish explorers found Passion Flower in wide use throughout the
native culture, and took samples back to Spain when they returned. From
there it spread throughout Europe and eventually the world. Passion Flower
is plentiful in the nutrient complexes, especially calcium and magnesium.
Despite its amorous name, Passion Flower has no
aphrodisiacal effects. It is, on the contrary, a popular sedative. Early
American settler, Captain John Smith, said that Passion Flower was
cultivated by the Indians of Virginia who believed it to "quiet and
soothe" the body and assure peaceful rest. During the 19th century, the
Eclectics used it as a treatment for many conditions including menstrual
cramps and sleeplessness.
Today, Passion Flower is used as a muscle relaxant and
sedative. It has been known to help calm anxiety, relieve its symptoms
(i.e. headaches, muscle spasms etc.) and help you sleep better. It also
has anti-inflammatory properties and may therefore help relieve the
discomforts associated with certain arthritic conditions. *
For further information on Passion
Flower, see Why You Need
Km - HERBS, The Great Healers in the "Walk of Life" vs. Scientific
Medicine
* These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This
product is not intended to diagnose, cure, prevent or treat any
disease.