Passiflora incarnata Family: Passifloraceae
Uses:
Caution: Avoid large doses as it may cause nausea and vomiting
Dosage: 1-2 tsp herb infused 1 Cup boiling water or 1oz dried herb for 1 pint of water;, take 1-2 Cups daily; 15-30 drops tincture take 1-2
times daily
Parts Used: Dried leaves, fruit is eaten as food
Range: Grows in Australia and southern US zones 7-9
Habitat & Growing Conditions: Likes sandy loam, full sun
Traditional Chinese Medicine Flavors: Leaves are bitter, cool. Fruit is sour, sweet and cool
Properties:
Key Constituents:
Try the following products that include this wonderful herb:
Sources:
The Way of Herbs, Michael Tierra p175
The New Holistic Herbal, David Hoffmann p221
Herbs An Illustrated Encyclopedia, Kathi Keville p140
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