Can You Take Magnolia Bark and Passionflower Together?

Use extra care with this pair

The short answer

Magnolia bark's honokiol/magnolol and passionflower both act on GABA-A receptors; stacking may cause excessive sedation.

How to arrange timing

Consider using only one at a time for relaxation.

Reference

Reference noted for this combination: Kuribara et al., 2000, J Pharm Pharmacol

Important context

Whether supplements suit you together also depends on dose, product formulation, health conditions, and medication use. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first if you take medication, are pregnant or breastfeeding, or have a chronic condition.