Damiana is a popular herbal high. It can be smoked or taken as a tea for a mild and relaxing high. Damiana produces a pleasant state of euphoria and a feeling of well-being.
Damiana has a reputation as an aphrodisiac and has been used in Mexico as a love potion dating back to ancient Mayan times. Damiana stimulates blood flow to the lower abdomen improving sexual function and sexual satisfaction in both males and females.
Smoking a mix of Damiana and passionflower will not only give a relaxing effect but will promote lucid dreaming.
To make a tea, cover 1-2tsp of dried Damiana with a cup of boiling water. Cover and let it brew for 10-15 minutes. Strain and sweeten with honey
Medicinal
Damiana is used for prevention and treatment of sexual disturbances, loss of libido, menstrual problems (painful and delayed periods and menstrual headaches), impotence and prostate problems.
It is also used for overwork, fatigue, depression and stress.
Culinary
In Mexico Damiana is used as an infusion is drunk like black tea. Extracts are used to make a liqueur Damiana used as a substitute for Cointreau, it is added to hot cinnamon tea.
