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(Greek) One who tames or subdues others

Damiane, Daimen, Daimon, Daman, Damen, Dameon, Damiana, Damianna, Damianus, Damien, Damion, Damon, Damyan, Damyen, Damyon, Dayman, Daymian, Daymon, Demyan, Damina

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Damiana

Turnera aphrodisiaca. N.O. Turneraceae.

Habitat: Central America.

Features ? Leaves alternate, wedge-shaped, hairy, shortly stalked, serrate, revolute. Aromatic, rather fig-like taste.

Part used ? Leaves.

Action: Aphrodisiac, tonic.

Used for its aphrodisiac qualities and general tonic effect on the nervous system. The 1 ounce to 1 pint infusion may be taken in wineglass doses thrice daily.... damiana

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