Sleep
Passionflower
Also known as: Maypop, Passiflora incarnata, Passionflower 10:1 Extract (Passiflora incarnata), Passion Flower
Passionflower is a traditional herbal anxiolytic used to support relaxation and sleep quality. A 10:1 extract concentrate provides a potent dose; moderate clinical evidence supports mild anxiolytic and sedative effects.
Last reviewed June 2026 · Evidence graded from peer-reviewed research, not editorial opinion. Educational only — not medical advice.
Every Passionflower product we have scored
| # | Product | Score | Per serving |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Complement Restore | 86 A- | $1.90 |
| 2 | Pure Encapsulations Emotional Wellness | 86 A- | $1.29 |
| 3 | Pure Encapsulations Best-Rest Formula | 84 A- | $1.23 |
| 4 | Nutricost Sleep Aid Complex Capsules | 83 A- | $0.47 |
| 5 | Garden of Life mykind Organics Sleep Well Rest & Refresh | 83 A- | $0.77 |
| 6 | Nested Naturals LUNA Gentle Sleep Supplement | 82 A- | $0.73 |
| 7 | Pure Encapsulations Muscle Cramp/Tension Formula | 81 A- | $0.65 |
| 8 | Olly Ultra Strength Sleep Softgels | 81 A- | $0.67 |
| 9 | Vital Nutrients Sleep Aide | 81 A- | $1.95 |
| 10 | Natural Factors The Best-Sleep | 79 B+ | $0.55 |
| 11 | Nature's Way Revitalizing Sleep Formula | 78 B+ | $2.16 |
| 12 | Terra Origin Healthy Sleep & Wake | 78 B+ | $0.42 |
Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing. Per-serving cost is list price divided by servings per container. No brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Common questions
How much Passionflower should I take?
The typical range is 250-500 mg extract or as tea. Safe long-term
When should I take Passionflower?
Evening or as needed. Optional.
Which form of Passionflower is best?
Extract — Standardized. Other forms in the catalog: Tea, 10:1 Extract, Capsule, Liquid Extract.
Is Passionflower safe?
Commonly reported: Drowsiness, Dizziness. Serious warnings: None. Safe
Which Passionflower supplement scores highest?
Complement Restore, at 86/100. Scored on dose accuracy, form, label transparency and third-party testing — no brand pays to be listed or ranked.
Primary uses
- Anxiety
- Sleep
- Relaxation
- Restlessness and irritability
How it works
- MAO inhibition
- GABA-A modulation
- Adenosine receptor activity
Dosage
- Typical range
- 250-500 mg extract or as tea
- Timing
- Evening or as needed
- With food
- Optional
- Duration
- Safe long-term
- Special populations
- Mild anxiety, sleep
Forms
- Extract
- Tea
- Capsule· 70/100
Safety
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
Contraindications
- None
Products containing Passionflower
Top-scoring supplements in our catalog that list Passionflower on the label. Each product is graded on Formulate's ingredient-level rubric — dose accuracy, form, transparency, and third-party testing.
Evidence notes
Gentle, safe anxiolytic herb
Grade B: Some human trials support key claims; further confirmation needed.
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