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

The passion flower gets its name from the fact that it reminded the early pilgrims of the suffering (or passion) of Christ.

Passion flower is often referred to as Granadilla, Maracoc, Passion Vine, Maypops and Apricot Vine. It has been used historically as a tobacco substitute and tranquilizer (as well as 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 accounts for its ability to ease and promote digestion.

Some people consider it to be the herb of choice for dealing with insomnia as it doesn't produce side effects and creates a restful, relaxing sleep without grogginess the next morning.

Further, it is non-addictive and can be used in both children and the elderly without leading to complications.

When used for its medicinal purposes, the entire plant may 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 brew for 15 minutes. Drink a cup half an hour before you climb into bed.

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

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

For many hundreds of years Chamomile has shown itself to be an excellent sleep aid and it can be taken in various ways including as a tea and used in a sachet placed under your pillow.

Unlike some other sleep remedies, you do not need to use Chamomile regularly to enjoy its effects as a treatment for sleeplessness. It can be used when required to give speedy relief for both anxiety and sleeplessness.

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

Chamomile can prove particularly valuable in remedying the symptoms of mild (transient) insomnia.

Chamomile can also reduce the histamine-based swelling produced by allergic reactions, and is an excellent solution when food allergies or congested sinuses contribute to sleeplessness.

You should note that hay fever sufferers who show an allergic reaction to ragweed and its close botanical relatives (such as aster and chrysanthemum) typically have a similar reaction to Chamomile.

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

It can be grown 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 exhibits an effective sedative action and is commonly made into a pleasant, lemony-tasting tea.

Try making a tea with 2 teaspoons of dried lemon balm to a cup of boiling water. Steep the tea for 10 minutes, strain, and drink just prior to retiring.