Organic Passionflower (50g)

A sedative and hypnotic, deeply calming to the nervous system and can be used for many conditions including insomnia and anxiety. It is considered one of the most powerful nervine sedatives and one of my favourite sleep remedies. It has a light flavour with smoky tones that blend very well with a little added honey or limeflower which also aids restful sleep and soothes the mind.

Actions
Sedative, analgesic, antispasmodic, hypnotic, hypotensive, anti-epileptic. 

Physical Indications

Nervous system
A sedative and hypnotic, profoundly calming to the nervous system and can be used for many conditions including insomnia and anxiety. It is considered one of the most powerful nervine sedatives, known to switch off circular thoughts and could be of benefit in treating OCD.

As well as a sedative to the central nervous system, it is an antispasmodic which will soften muscle tension and help you feel comfortable enough to drift off to sleep and help relieve restless leg syndrome. This antispasmodic action plus its pain-relieving quality will be of benefit in so many conditions from period pain to headaches. Its hypotensive action will also make it effective in supporting people with high blood pressure, especially if linked to stress or anxiety.

Contraindications
None known.

Preparations and dosage

tea use 1 teaspoon of the tops, brew for 5 minutes and drink three times daily.

Combinations

For the treatment of insomnia and OCD use combined with Valerian and Scullcap, or Mistletoe. For period pain it works well with Cramp bark and Raspberry leaf. As a treatment for anxiety, mix it with Lime flower and Chamomile.