Scientific Name: Turnera diffusa

AKA: T. diffusa


Medicinal Properties
Damiana leaf is used most commonly as a health tonic. It's also used to treat acute problems.
Damiana leaf is used to treat mild depression. Because of its stimulant properties, it can help to
relieve stress that results in anxiety and depression.

Damiana leaf can be used to prevent premature ejaculation and help treat impotence. While
Damiana has historically been considered primarily helpful for men, women's sex organs can also
benefit from it. Damiana Leaf can be used to treat painful periods and other symptoms of menses.

Damiana leaf can be used to treat problems with the urinary tract. It is a strong antiseptic and
diuretic. Damiana leaf can be used as a laxative. It has a mild effect on the intestine and improves the
function of the bowel muscles.


Magickal Properties
Gender: Masculine
Planet: Mars
Element: Fire
Used for Lust, Love & Visions

Used in lust infusions and spells. You can also burn it to produce visions



Did You Know? (Background)
The Damiana plant is native to areas surrounding the Gulf of Mexico. It's commonly found in
California, Namibia, and the Caribbean Islands as well. The Mayan people who lived in Central
American used Damiana as an aphrodisiac. It was also used as a general cure-all tonic. It has also
been used to treat minor problems with depression and anxiety.

In Mexico today, Damiana leaves are used to make tea and are used to flavor alcoholic beverages.
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