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Passion flower is a flowering plant that is indigenous to an area from the southeast US to Argentina and Brazil.

It gets its name from the fact that it reminded the early pilgrims of the passion of Christ.

Passion flower is occasionally referred to as Maracoc, Apricot Vine, Passion Vine, Maypops and Granadilla. It has been used historically as a tranquilizer and tobacco substitute (among other things).

In addition to having a strong effect on the central nervous system, passion flower also acts as an anti-spasmodic on the smooth muscles of the body, including the entirety of the digestion system, which is why it has the ability to promote and ease digestion.

Some people consider it as the herb of choice for the treatment of insomnia as it does not produce any side effects and results in a relaxing, restful sleep with no grogginess the following morning.

In addition, it is non-addictive and can be used in both children and the elderly without causing complications.

If used for its medicinal purposes, the whole plant can be used. It is ordinarily collected after some of the berries have matured, then dried whole.

To brew an effective passion flower tea, pour a cup of boiling water onto a teaspoonful of the dried herb and let it steep for 15 minutes. Drink a cup half an hour before going to bed.

Chamomile (Matricaria camomilla) is a common flowering plant which grows in various parts of central and southern Europe (Italy, Slovakia, Hungary, Germany, and Croatia), as well as in north western Asia. Chamomile is also now widely cultivated in Egypt, North Africa, Australia, Argentina, and the United States.

Typically packaged as a tea, the dried leaves and flowers can be bought over the counter in both bagged and loose form.

Throughout the ages Chamomile has proved itself to be a very effective sleep aid and it can be administered in several ways including being brewed as a tea and used in a sachet placed under your pillow.

Unlike some other sleep remedies, chamomile does not need to be used on a regular basis to enjoy its effects as a treatment for sleeplessness. It can be used on the spot to furnish quick relief for anxiety and sleeplessness.

Chamomile tea, which is brewed from the dried flowers and leaves of this common plant, often proves most effective when taken a half an hour to forty-five minutes before getting into bed.

Chamomile can prove especially valuable in relieving the symptoms of mild insomnia (sometimes referred to as transient insomnia).

Chamomile can also act to reduce the histamine-based swelling produced by some allergic reactions, and is a very effective solution when food allergies or congested sinuses contribute to sleeplessness.

It should be noted that hay fever sufferers who display an allergic reaction to ragweed and its close botanical relatives (such as aster and chrysanthemum) usually have a similar reaction to Chamomile.

Lemon Balm is an herbaceous perennial in the mint family. It grows naturally in southern Europe and northern Africa where it grows in landfills, along roadsides and on disturbed land from sea level up into the mountains.

It grows in any well-drained soil and is particularly tolerant of poor, sandy soils. It can also withstand the full force of the sun.

Lemon Balm displays an effective sedative action and is normally made into a pleasant, lemony-tasting tea.

Try making a tea with 2 teaspoons of dried lemon balm per cup of boiling water. Steep the tea for ten minutes, strain, and drink immediately prior to going to bed.