Passiflora alata
Passiflora alata, commonly known as the passionflower, is a remarkable medicinal vine celebrated for its therapeutic properties. Rich in bioactive compounds, this plant is traditionally used to alleviate anxiety, promote restful sleep, and soothe nervous tension. Its diverse botanical profile offers significant potential for natural holistic wellness and healing.
- Scientific name: Passiflora alata
- Family: Passifloraceae
- Native range: Africa
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Passiflora alata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. It is further classified under the subclass Magnoliidae and the order Malpighiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Passifloraceae and is situated within the genus Passiflora.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Magnoliidae | WCVP |
| Order | Malpighiales | WCVP |
| Family | Passifloraceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Passiflora | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, Passiflora alatata, is recognized by various names across different languages and cultures. In Hebrew, it is known as שעונית חיקית, while in Swedish, it is referred to as Doftpassionsblomma. It is called مشکی شام in Punjabi, and in Russian, it goes by the name Cтрастоцвет крылатый. Additionally, in Malayalam, the plant is commonly called പാസിഫ്ലോറ അലറ്റ.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| he | שעונית חיקית | Wikidata |
| sv | Doftpassionsblomma | Wikidata |
| pnb | مشکی شام | Wikidata |
| ru | Cтрастоцвет крылатый | Wikidata |
| ml | പാസിഫ്ലോറ അലറ്റ | Wikidata |
| fa | گل ساعتی ساقه بالدار | Wikidata |
| zh | 翅茎西番莲 | Wikidata |
| zh-hans | 翅茎西番莲 | Wikidata |
| zh-cn | 翅茎西番莲 | Wikidata |
| zh | 香蜜百香果 | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad geographical distribution spanning across several distinct regions. In the Western Indian Ocean, it can be found growing in Mauritius and Réunion. Its presence extends significantly into Mexico, specifically within the Southwest and Southeast areas of the country. Additionally, the species is located within Central America, specifically in Costa Rica. Together, these locations highlight the diverse environmental range inhabited by Passiflora alatata.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Western Indian Ocean | Mauritius | WCVP |
| Western Indian Ocean | Réunion | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southwest | WCVP |
| Mexico | Mexico Southeast | WCVP |
| Central America | Costa Rica | WCVP |
| Northern South America | French Guiana | WCVP |
| Western South America | Ecuador | WCVP |
| Western South America | Peru | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil West-Central | WCVP |
| Brazil | Brazil Northeast | WCVP |
Plant Parts
This plant, Passiflora alata, is a climbing vine known for its diverse morphological characteristics, where the medicinal properties are often concentrated within its various structures. The aerial parts of the vine are frequently utilized in traditional preparations, encompassing everything above the soil line. Within these components, the large, deeply lobed leaves serve as a primary source of bioactive compounds. Whether studying a single leaf or the plant in its entirety, it is clear that these green structures play a vital role in the plant's overall medicinal profile.- Total parts
- 3
- Scientific sources
- 3
| Plant Part | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| leaves | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| leaf | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| aerial parts | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Chemicals
Passiflora alata has 8 reported phytochemicals identified across 12 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include flavonoids, isovitexin, vitexin, isoorientin, oleanolic acid-3-sophoroside.
- Total chemicals
- 8
- Scientific sources
- 12
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| flavonoids | 3 | ★★☆☆☆ |
| isovitexin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| vitexin | 2 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| isoorientin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| oleanolic acid-3-sophoroside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| orientin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| phenols | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| quadranguloside | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Activities
Passiflora alata has 2 reported activities identified across 2 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Anxiolytic, Sedative.
- Total activities
- 2
- Scientific sources
- 2
Most Reported Activities
| Activity | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| Sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
Medicinal Uses
Passiflora alata has 5 reported medicinal uses identified across 5 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported uses include antispasmodics, anxiety, anxiolytic, sedative, sedatives.
- Total uses
- 5
- Scientific sources
- 5
Most Reported Uses
| Use | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| antispasmodics | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anxiety | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| anxiolytic | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sedative | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |
| sedatives | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |