Turnera diffusa

Damiana

Turnera diffusa, known as Damiana, is a shrub belonging to the family Passifloraceaenative. The plant is native to Central America, South America, Caribbean Islands, and Native America, specifically, Texas. Damiana is a mental and physical stimulant that can help battle fatigue. The herb is also an aphrodisiac and can help treat sexual problems such as impotence. Damiana in general is a tonic and is valuable tool for those suffering from mild depression.

Contradictions

Talk to your doctor if taking any medication(s) with similar therapeutic properties as this herb before consuming. Combining this herb with pharmaceutical medicine may cause adverse effects.