Using Damiana - Turnera Aphrodisiaca In A Herbal Tea

Using Damiana - Turnera Aphrodisiaca In A Herbal Tea
Other Common Names: Damiane, Oreganillo, The Bourrique, Turnera aphrodisiaca

Range: Southern N. America to Northern S. America.

Habitat: Dry sandy or rocky places.

Damiana was a traditional aphrodisiac of the Maya people in Central
America. It continues to be considered valuable as an aphrodisiac and
general tonic, and its stimulant tonic action makes it a valuable
remedy for those suffering from mild depression.

The whole plant is a bitter, pungent, warming herb with a fig-like
flavor. Its use improves the digestion, lifts the spirits, calms the
nerves, regulates hormonal activity, stimulates the genito-urinary
tract and rejuvenates kidney energy. It is used internally to treat
nervous exhaustion, anxiety, depression, debility in convalescence,
impotence, premature ejaculation, prostate complaints, urinary
infections, frigidity, vaginal discharge, painful menstruation,
menopausal problems, poor appetite and digestion, and atonic
constipation.

The plants are harvested when in flower and are dried for later use.

The leaves are used as a tea substitute and also as a flavoring in liquers. They have a strongly aromatic slightly bitter taste.