Damiana Herb - Herbal Tea

Damiana Herb

A shrub native to Mexico, South America and the West Indies, Damiana blooms with small yellow flowers and produces fruit that is similar to figs. Damiana is used medicinally as well as recreationally as it is often made into liquors such as being used in Margaritas and is a component in traditional Mexican liquor. Damiana’s recreational use continues as it is often smoked and has qualities much like Cannabis; however, Damiana is milder and more relaxing. Damiana’s relaxing effect is increased when used in combination with Passionflower.

Damiana’s history is laden with uses of Damiana as an aphrodisiac and used as far back as the Mayan Indians thousands of years ago. Damiana is said to boost sexual potency and has been a treatment for premature ejaculation, and impotency in men; in the last 100 years has also been used to increase libido in women as well.

Damiana Tea

Damiana tea is prepared by steeping 1/4 teaspoon of dried leaves in 8 ounces of boiling water for 10 minutes.

Damiana Uses & Herbal Remedies

Damiana can be used to treat menopausal symptoms including hot flashes, low estrogen, and PMS.

Strong Damiana tea can be useful in cases of diarrhea as it has a laxative effect.

Damiana is often used to treat depression and increase energy and has been thought to be an aphrodisiac for both women and men.

Damiana has been used to treat asthma and coughs associated with colds and flu.

It is said that sprinkling Damiana in the bath will draw love to you and sprinkling it in your lover’s drink will intensify their desire for you; this however seems unethical.

Damiana Cautions

High doses of Damiana can cause diarrhea which can lead to dehydration.

Mile euphoria has been reported by some who have used Damiana; caution should be taken when using Damiana.

Damiana has been shown by herbalists to be safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding but discretion should be made.