Damiana | A medicinal plant in the Akhdar encyclopedia
Traditionally used for mood and libido; evidence is limited. Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
Plant name
Damiana
Latin name
Tourna diffuse
Common names
Damiana
foreign names
Tourna diffuse
The group
Passifloraceae
Habitat and Geographic Distribution
Mexico and Central America
Botanical description
A plant species belonging to the Passifloraceae family, the scientific name Turnera diffusa is used as an accurate reference to avoid confusion with similar popular names.
Used part
Papers
chemical components
Flavonoids and terpenes
Properties and medical uses
Traditionally used for mood and libido; evidence is limited.
Study results should be interpreted according to the type of extract, dosage, and quality of evidence, and should not replace medical diagnosis or treatment.
pharmaceutical forms
Preparations from the leaves may be available as tea, powder, or standardized extract depending on the plant and local regulations; dosages vary drastically between forms and are not inferred from this record.
Side effects and precautions
It may affect blood sugar and should be avoided during pregnancy.
Consult a healthcare professional if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, have liver or kidney disease, or are taking chronic medications.
the environment
Mexico and Central America
Agriculture and productivity
The aforementioned native environment and species requirements of Turnera diffusa are taken into account, with botanically certified propagation material obtained and collection of threatened wild species avoided.
History and Heritage
Mexico and Central America.
This traditional use illustrates the historical context and does not, on its own, prove therapeutic efficacy.
Medical note
This is educational content and does not constitute medical advice.
Do not consume any unidentified plant, do not stop taking prescribed medication, and contact emergency services or a poison control center if poisoning is suspected.
تنبيه صحي
هذه المعلومات للتثقيف ولا تمثل وصفة علاجية.
استشر طبيباً أو صيدلانياً قبل استخدام أي نبات طبي، خاصة أثناء الحمل أو الرضاعة أو عند تناول أدوية مزمنة.
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