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title: "Valerian or Passion Flower? | Herbadex"
description: "The two most searched herbs for sleep and stress: valerian has stronger clinical data, passion flower rests on traditional use."
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url: https://herbadex.com/en/compare/valerian-vs-passion-flower/
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Comparisons

# Valerian or Passion Flower?

Valerian and passion flower are the most searched herbs for sleep and stress. EMA assessments accept both in this area, but their evidence differs. The table is built from the sourced cards of both herbs.

| Aspect | Valerian Root Valeriana officinalis | Passion Flower Passiflora incarnata |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Strongest evidence | A Strong clinical evidence | T Traditional use |
| Needs | Sleep, Stress & Mood | Sleep, Stress & Mood |
| Form | Dried Herb & Tea | Dried Herb & Tea |
| How to use | Pour 150 ml of boiling water over 0.3–3 g of chopped root. For sleep, drink it 30–60 minutes before bed. | Pour 150 ml of boiling water over 1–2 g of chopped dried herb. |
| Pregnancy | Avoid | Avoid |
| Breastfeeding | Avoid | Avoid |
| Recommended minimum age | From age 12 | From age 12 |
| Drug interactions | No recorded interactions | No recorded interactions |
| Duration limit | Regular use for 2–4 weeks is recommended | See a doctor if no better after 2 weeks |

## Which one, when?

### Valerian Root

Its dry extracts are supported by clinical data for mild nervous tension and sleep problems. It works gradually; use it regularly for 2–4 weeks.

[Full card →](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/valerian-root/)

### Passion Flower

Traditionally used as a tea for mild stress and to aid sleep.

[Full card →](https://herbadex.com/en/herb/passion-flower/)

## Good to know

-   Both are not recommended under 12, in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
-   If sleep problems persist, see a doctor; herbs do not replace diagnosis and treatment.

## Sources

1.  [European Union herbal monograph on Valeriana officinalis L., radix](https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-monograph/final-european-union-herbal-monograph-valeriana-officinalis-l-radix_en.pdf) EMA HMPC · 2016
2.  [Community herbal monograph on Passiflora incarnata L., herba](https://www.ema.europa.eu/en/documents/herbal-monograph/final-community-herbal-monograph-passiflora-incarnata-l-herba_en.pdf) EMA HMPC · 2014

This page is for information only and is not medical advice. If you take medication, are pregnant, or have a health condition, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before use.