DAMIANA. Turnera aphrodisiaca. N.O. Turneraceae.
Habitat : Central America.
Features : Leaves alternate, wedge-shaped, hairy, shortly stalked, serrate, revolute. Aromatic, rather fig-like taste.
Part used : Leaves.
Action : Aphrodisiac, tonic.
Used for its aphrodisiac qualities and general tonic effect on the nervous system. The 1 ounce to 1 pint infusion may be taken in wineglass doses thrice daily.
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