Passiflora perfoliata
Passiflora perfoliata, commonly known as the leaf-shaped passionflower, is a climbing vine native to the tropical regions of the Americas. Renowned for its therapeutic potential, this medicinal plant is frequently utilized in traditional herbalism to alleviate anxiety, promote restful sleep, and support overall nervous system health through its bioactive compounds.
- Scientific name: Passiflora perfoliata
- Family: Passifloraceae
- Native range: Southern America
Taxonomical Classification
This plant, Passiflora perfoliata, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and the phylum Streptophyta. Within the class Equisetopsida and subclass Magnoliidae, it is classified under the order Malpighiales and the family Passifloraceae. Finally, it 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 perfoliata, is known by various regional names depending on the linguistic context of its habitat. In English, it is commonly referred to as the perfoliate passionflower, while in Spanish, it is frequently called pasiflora perfoliada or pasionaria. Within Portuguese-speaking regions, it is often identified as passiflora perfoliada, and in the local vernacular of certain areas, it may also be known as flor de maracujá.| Language | Common Name | Source |
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Distribution
This plant is characterized by a very specific and limited geographical range. Within the vast expanse of the Caribbean region, its presence is notably documented in Jamaica. This particular island serves as a key location for the natural occurrence of the species. Because its distribution is so localized, it remains a significant subject of interest for regional botanical studies. Consequently, understanding its habitat in Jamaica is essential for its continued conservation.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Caribbean | Jamaica | WCVP |
Chemicals
Passiflora perfoliata has 1 reported phytochemicals identified across 1 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported chemicals include Passibiflorin.
- Total chemicals
- 1
- Scientific sources
- 1
Most Reported Compounds
| Compound | Sources | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Passibiflorin | 1 | ★☆☆☆☆ |