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Passiflora incarnata

(Passionflower, Maypop)

Passifloraceae

Traditional remedy or use: Used as an aphrodisiac, dysmenorrheal, narcotic and sedative; also used to treat boils, burns, diarrhea, epilepsy, insomnia, neurosis and wounds. Food flavoring; Perfume.

Modern remedy or use: Still used in Indonesia.

 

 

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