Passionflower is a perennial climbing vine known botanically as Passiflora incarnata, a member of the Passifloraceae family native to the southeastern United States and neighboring parts of the Americas. It has tendrils, lobed leaves, and striking purple-and-white flowers, while the aerial parts are the portions most often used in herbal preparations.
In traditional herbal practice, passionflower has long been associated with calming teas and tinctures. It is also a notable North American native vine with ornamental and wildlife value.
Some passionflower species produce edible fruit, though not all passionflower parts or species should be treated the same, so accurate identification remains important.
