Damiana (Ten savann)
Turnera diffusa
Damiana
Ten savann
Thym de savane
Turnera diffusa
Traditionally used
Libido, hormonal balance, anxiety, digestion, headache, fatigue
Prepared as
Leaf tea: steep 1 tsp dried leaves in hot water 10 minutes, drink 1 cup twice daily for libido, anxiety, and hormonal support. Tincture: steep dried leaves in alcohol 2 weeks, take 30 drops in water twice daily. Leaf poultice applied to headache at temples. Avoid during pregnancy. Use consistently for 4 weeks for hormonal and mood benefits.
In three languages
Kreyòl — Pou ranfòse dezi seksyèl la, ekilibre òmòn yo, kalme kè sere a, ede dyesyon an, geri tèt ki fè mal ak goumen fatig
Français — Pour stimuler la libido, équilibrer les hormones, calmer l'anxiété, faciliter la digestion, soulager les maux de tête et combattre la fatigue
Safety
Safety notes for this plant are still being written. Until they are, treat it with a cautious hand.
Plants can look similar and be misidentified — always verify with a local herbalist or guide before use.
Kept alongside