Pasyonaria (Tag.)
Passiflora edulis Sims.
DiabetesA vigorous, herbaceous, long-lived (perennial) climber. Height: Attaining 0.5-2 meters in length and climbing by means of axillary tendrils. Leaves: Leaves are ovate, deeply 3-lobed, green, with many serrate edges, up to 13 centimeters broad. Flowers: Flowers solitary, up to 7 cm in diameter. Petals white, corona with filaments up to 2.5 cm long in 4-5 rows, white, purple at base. Fruits: Fruits are edible, globular-oblong, dull purplish, with a hard rind, up to 6 centimeters in diameter.
Medicinal Uses & Benefits
Antidote for any types of cancers, tumors, Hypertension (high blood), Diabetes. Preparation: Get 1-2 ripe fruits and wash thoroughly.. Part used: Fruits
Preparation
Get 1-2 ripe fruits and wash thoroughly.
Location & Habitat
REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Agricultural areas, natural forests, Disturbed areas, scrub/shrublands | REGION VII (CENTRAL VISAYAS), SIQUIJOR, LAZI, Agricultural areas, natural forests, Disturbed areas, scrub/shrublands
Research
Siquijor State College: Documentation of Philippine Traditional Knowledge and Practices on Health and Development of Traditional Knowledge Digital Library on Health: FOLK HEALING PRACTICES of SIQUIJOR ISLAND: Phase 3
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Quick Info
- Scientific Name
- Passiflora edulis Sims.
- Local Name
- Pasyonaria (Tag.)
- Family
- Passifloraceae
- Category
- Diabetes
- Collected By
- Jovencio M. Manga (healer); Cesario P. Orong (mangalalap); Edwin D. Castillon (mangalalap)
- Date Collected
- Sep 21, 2018
Medical Disclaimer:
The information on this page is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before using any herbal remedy.