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passionflower
noun
pas·sion·flow·er
ˈpa-shən-ˌflau̇(-ə)r 
: any of a genus (Passiflora of the family Passifloraceae, the passionflower family) of chiefly tropical woody tendriled climbing vines or erect herbs with usually showy flowers and pulpy often edible berries
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Popular natural herbs include chamomile to calm, lemon balm to soothe nerves and passionflower to reduce brain activity.
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Mercury News,
2 July 2026
The bag is a blend of magnesium glycinate, adaptogens like ashwagandha and reishi, and an herbal mix of passionflower, valerian root, and hops.
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Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
The best herbal teas for relaxation include chamomile, lavender, peppermint, passionflower, and rose.
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Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
Examples of summer-blooming vines include honeysuckle vine, trumpet vine, and passionflower.
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Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Nov. 2025
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Bestreviews,
Mercury News,
2 July 2026
The bag is a blend of magnesium glycinate, adaptogens like ashwagandha and reishi, and an herbal mix of passionflower, valerian root, and hops.
—
Noah Kaufman,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
4 Mar. 2026
The best herbal teas for relaxation include chamomile, lavender, peppermint, passionflower, and rose.
—
Sarah Bence,
Verywell Health,
20 Feb. 2026
Examples of summer-blooming vines include honeysuckle vine, trumpet vine, and passionflower.
—
Luke Miller,
Better Homes & Gardens,
15 Nov. 2025
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“Passionflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/passionflower. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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