Passionflower Tincture (1 : 4)

What is Passionflower (Passiflora incarnata)?

If you’ve ever seen a true passionflower in the tropical rainforests, its breathtaking beauty is impossible to forget. Along stems up to 5 meters long, the plant produces incredible blossoms that are not only unique but also captivating. Passionflowers appear in shades of white, red, or violet, but all share a striking symmetry.

For our tincture, we use the whole herb – naturally in the familiar Phoenix der Lebenskraft quality, meaning certified organic cultivation and absolute purity.

The healing plant of the Mayas and Aztecs

Passionflower has fascinated people since long before modern times. Archaeological sites in North America revealed seeds stored thousands of years ago, showing that the plant was already valued by ancient civilizations. The Mayas and Aztecs especially appreciated Passiflora incarnata for its calming and strengthening effects on the nerves.

The first written records of its uses date back to 1552, when the indigenous healer Martin de la Cruz compiled the Aztecs’ applications in his famous Herbal Book. He described its supportive role in easing urinary problems and treating blunt injuries. Among Native Americans, the herb was traditionally used for nervousness, restlessness, pain, and cramps.

From the 16th century onward, passionflower became increasingly recognized in Europe as a natural aid for nerves, pain, and sleep disorders. Its breakthrough came in the 19th century, when physicians prescribed it extensively for exhaustion-related nervousness, insomnia, and cramps. By 1938, Gerhard Madaus included it in his textbook of biological healing, confirming its status as one of the most important medicinal herbs.

What’s inside:

Passionflower contains a wide variety of active compounds, including:

• Flavonoids – powerful antioxidants that protect the body against free radicals
• Polysaccharides – essential building blocks of all living organisms
• Amino acids – vital for metabolism and muscle growth
• Glycoproteins – important components of cell membranes
• Coumarins – known for their calming, antispasmodic, and anti-inflammatory properties

Passionflower Tincture without unnecessary additives

This dietary supplement contains no artificial colors, no flavorings, no added sugar, no lactose, and no gluten.

Passionflower Tincture Ingredients

Also contains traces of acetic acid from organic apple cider vinegar (less than 1%) and pure water.

Passionflower Tincture Recommended Use

The intended long-term daily dose is 172 drops (approx. 5.2 ml) per day, ideally divided into four servings of about 43 drops each. Begin with a total of 120 drops (approx. 3.6 ml) per day – or four servings of 30 drops – and gradually increase over several days until the full daily dose is reached. Use the supplied pipette to count the drops.

Notes

Food supplements are not a substitute for a balanced and varied diet or a healthy lifestyle. Store in a cool, dry place, away from heat, and keep out of the reach of children. Do not exceed the recommended daily intake. The tincture is naturally cloudy and should be shaken before use.

Important: Contains 60% alcohol by volume.