Picture of Passionflower, an ingredient in Alveo.

• PASSIONFLOWER (pas·sion·flow·er)

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Glycyrrhiza Glabra

AKA: Granadilla, Maypop, Passion Vine, Passiflora, Passionaria, Crown of Thorns

ORIGIN: South America

CIRCA: 1800's A.D.

TYPE OF PLANT: Flowering Plant

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Flavonoids, Alkaloids

 

 

ABOUT: Passionflower, since the 17th century has been associated with Christ from the resemblance of the crucifixion in the flower. Passionflower has found worldwide acclaim in the reduction of Nervous Tension, alleviating Irritability and Anxiety, and lowering the Blood Pressure. Passionflower is also used to promote a restful sleep. As an Antispasmodic it has also been successfully used in the treatment of Bronchial Asthma. Passionflower has an overall soothing and calming effect over the entire body, offering relief from Stress-Related Headaches and Pain. Passionflower has been employed in the treatment of Muscle Cramps, Premenstrual Tension, and disturbances often associated with Menopause.

BENEFITS:

  • Arthritis
  • Asthma
  • Central Nervous System
  • Depression
  • Eye
  • Gout
  • Impotence
  • Lings
  • Menstruation
  • Ulcers