An Overview on Cultivation, Propagation and Therapeutic Benefits of Passiflora Foetida Linn

Passiflora foetida, commonly known as stinking Passion Flower, is a plant species with a rich history of traditional use. All plant parts of Passiflora foetida consist of beneficial components. The components have been extracted from the leaves, stems, seeds, resins, and fruits. The stems of Passiflora foetida contain a significant amount of cellulose. The leaves and fruits of Passiflora foetida possess considerable nutritional worth that they are utilized as herbal tea, tablets, and nutritional powders. It has a diverse chemical composition and wide range of biologically active components that determine its diverse pharmacological properties. This review aims to summarize its cultivation, propagation and therapeutic benefits. The studies highlight the importance of Passiflora foetida for its therapeutic values.