passionflower

noun

pas·​sion·​flow·​er ˈpa-shən-ˌflau̇(-ə)r How to pronounce passionflower (audio)
: 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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Each gummy contains saffron, chamomile, passionflower, GABA and reishi. Christopher Murray, Fox News, 31 Dec. 2024 This may include natural remedies that support sleep such as chamomile tea, valerian, passionflower, and lavender. Dan Perry, Newsweek, 26 Nov. 2024 Disease and drought-resistant passionflower is surprisingly easy to keep despite its tropical look, and it can even be grown as a houseplant. Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 23 Oct. 2024 Also endowed with anti-spastic properties, passionflower may soothe gastrointestinal disorders, aid digestion, and relieve menstrual pain. Valentina Bottoni, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for passionflower 

Word History

Etymology

from the fancied resemblance of parts of the flower to the instruments of Christ's crucifixion

First Known Use

1633, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of passionflower was in 1633

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“Passionflower.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/passionflower. Accessed 16 Jan. 2025.

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