Damiana extract | Turnera diffusa | 20x - 3 g

Damiana extract 20x is a highly concentrated ethnobotanical preparation from the leaves of Turnera diffusa, one of the most recognised herbs in the traditional pharmacopoeia of Mexico and Mesoamerica. With roots in Maya and pre-Columbian herbal practice, damiana has been used as a tea and ritual ingredient for centuries. This 20x extract offers the botanical character of the plant in a compact, soluble powder. Each 3 g package is airtight sealed.

About damiana (Turnera diffusa)

Turnera diffusa belongs to the family Passifloraceae (previously Turneraceae). It is a small, sprawling shrub that grows in dry, rocky terrain across Mexico, Central America, the Caribbean, and parts of South America, reaching up to 2 m in height. The plant produces small, fragrant yellow flowers and aromatic leaves that have a pleasant, slightly bitter scent when dried. Damiana has been cultivated and gathered for its leaves across its entire native range for centuries.

Traditional and cultural use

The Maya of the Yucatán peninsula and surrounding regions are among the earliest documented users of damiana. In traditional Mexican herbalism, the dried leaves were brewed as a tea consumed regularly as part of daily or seasonal herbal practice. Historical accounts from the 16th century onward document the plant's prominent role in Mexican folk medicine, where it was valued in household and ceremonial contexts alike. A traditional Mexican liqueur flavoured with damiana has been produced for generations and is still commercially available today; the herb has also been proposed as an original ingredient in the Margarita cocktail. Among various indigenous communities of Mexico and Central America, damiana tea has been prepared and consumed as part of cultural rituals marking important life events.

Active compounds

• Flavonoids including apigenin, luteolin, and acacetin
• Arbutin — a glycoside present in the leaves
• Essential oils (cineole, p-cymene, alpha-pinene)
• Caffeine — in small trace amounts
• Tannins and resins

Extraction and potency

A 20x ratio indicates that 20 g of dried damiana leaf has been concentrated into 1 g of extract. Water and ethanol extraction captures the full spectrum of the plant's soluble constituents, which are then dried and milled. The resulting powder dissolves readily in hot water and provides a substantially more concentrated botanical dose than raw or shredded leaf material.

How to use

Prepare as a herbal tea:

• Dissolve 0.3–0.5 g of extract in 250 ml of hot water.
• Steep for 5 minutes.
• Add honey or a slice of lemon to taste.

Damiana extract can also be blended with other neutral or complementary herbs. Begin with the lower end of the dosage range.

Pack size

This package contains 3 g of damiana extract 20x (Turnera diffusa), sealed in airtight packaging.

Storage and safety

Store in a cool, dry, dark place away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Not for use during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Do not use if you are taking prescription medication, including diabetes or hormonal treatments, without consulting a healthcare professional. This product is not a medicine and is not a substitute for a varied and balanced diet.