Damiana can be used as a diuretic herb which can cleanse the urinary system.
Aphrodisiac is found in this medicinal herb
Damiana (Turnera aphrodisiaca) is a herb used to increase sexual desire because of the agent aphrodisiac that is found in this herb and it is currently used as a general tonic for the nervous, hormonal, and reproductive systems. In Jamaica it is known as "ram goat dash along" and others refer to it as "ram goat national." This is due to the fact that goats love to eat this plant and it is believed that it is the reason for the goats rapid breeding. It is grown almost everywhere in Jamaica.
It is native to southwestern Texas in the United States, Central America, Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. Two of its common names are Mizibcoc and Turnera Diffusa
It is of the turneraceae family and it is an aromatic plant with small yellow flowers that grows on dry and rocky hillsides especially in South Texas and Southern California. The most essential and used parts are the leaves.
Benefits of Damiana medicinal herb
It was initially utilized by the Mayans to treat giddiness as well as loss of balance and this herb was traditionally used by the people of Central and South America for centuries.
The medicinal herb has a strong odor similar to chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and an incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing and sedative effects.
This plant is used to treat sterility, impotence, diabetes, asthma, bladder infections and respiratory problems. Therefore instead of using chemical medication to cure impotence and sterility, the natural alternative is the use of this plant.
It is really the most recognized and safest herb in regards to sexual capabilities. That is why it is a favourite of many men because it also aids in the condition of low sperm count. This is a natural alternative to Viagra. It is excellent for both male and female, so it will enhance the reproductive system.
It can be used as one of the anxiety-herbs due to its natural remedy in regards to treatment of all ailments related to anxiety. It is truly an alternative medicine for nervous exhaustion, depression, nerves as well as frigidity.
Other benefits of this herb includes the treatment, prostate conditions, menstruation problems and menopausal conditions. It is also excellent to treat coughs and colds as well as bronchitis in adults as well as children. It can also be used as a mild laxative for children.
The herbal tea
For tea make an infusion by placing one teaspoonful of the dried herb to one cup of hot water. Then let it steep up to fifteen minutes. Then take one to two cups daily when it is cold and take it a mouthful at a time.
An ingredient in a traditional Mexican liqueur
Damiana is an ingredient in a traditional Mexican liqueur, which is sometimes used instead of Triple Sec in margaritas. Mexican folklore claims that it was used as an ingredient in the original margarita. The margarita ingredient made up with this herb is very popular in the Los Cabos region of Mexico and is highly favored.