CAS NO.:7689-03-4
Active Ingredient: 4:1 - 50:1
Sieve Analysis: 100% through 80 mesh
Test Method: TLC
The plant form of Damiana extract:
Damiana is a relatively small shrub that produces small, aromatic flowers. It blossoms in early to late summer and is followed by fruits that taste similar to figs. The shrub is said to have a strong spice like odor somewhat like chamomile, due to an oil present in the plant. The leaves have traditionally been made into a tea and a incense which was used by native people of Central and South America for its relaxing effects. Spanish missionaries firstly recorded that the Mexican Indians drank Damiana tea mixed with sugar for use as an aphrodisiac.
Functions of Damiana extract:
- This herb has traditionally been used as an aphrodisiac.
- Damiana has anti-depressant properties, helps to boost the overall mood and brings about a general feeling of well-being.
- This medicinal herb has hormonal balancing properties. It has been shown to help with the hormonal imbalances common with menopause in women.
- Damiana is also used for treating mood disorders. It helps level hormonal responses and boost mood.
- This herb has been used as a central nervous system depressant to help with CNS disorders, modify and control the nervous response.
- It has been shown to help boost energy and reduce the effects of exhaustion.
- Constipation is another condition that has been treated with this herb.
- Traditional uses for damiana include; anti-anxiety, antiseptic, anti-spasmodic, cough suppressant, mild laxative, digestive stimulant, expectorant, diuretic and astringent.
