Damiana Leaf, Cut and Sifted, Frontier Natural Products

Frontier Natural Products Damiana Leaf delivers cut and sifted Turnera diffusa leaf grown in Mexico — a celebrated traditional herb with centuries of use in Mexican and Central American folk medicine as an aphrodisiac, mood-lifting nervine, and tonic for the reproductive and nervous systems.

Why

Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a small, aromatic flowering shrub native to Mexico and Central America, used for centuries by indigenous peoples — particularly the Maya — as a tonic herb for the reproductive system, a mood-lifting nervine, and one of the most celebrated traditional aphrodisiacs in the Americas. Spanish missionaries documented its use as a love herb as early as the 17th century, and it has been used ever since to make traditional lovers’ teas, flavoured wines, and the famous Mexican damiana liqueur. Key active compounds include flavonoids, terpenoids (thymol and cineole), gonzalitosin, arbutin, and damianin — a compound unique to the plant — believed to work together to support healthy libido, ease nervous tension, lift mood, and support the body’s response to stress. As a nervine, damiana has a gentle stimulating and mood-elevating effect — distinct from sedating nervines like valerian — making it particularly useful for those experiencing low energy or nervous exhaustion alongside reduced libido. Frontier Natural Products has been a trusted source of high-quality herbs since 1976. Available in 100g and 453g (16oz) packs.

Key Benefits

• Traditional aphrodisiac — supports healthy libido and sexual vitality
• Mood-lifting nervine — gently stimulating and uplifting, not sedating
• Supports the nervous system — eases nervous tension, anxiety, and exhaustion
• Traditionally used to support urinary tract health
• Mild digestive tonic
• Aromatic and pleasantly flavoured — warm, slightly bitter, herbal with spicy notes
• Long used to make lovers’ teas, cordials, and flavoured wines
• Kosher certified, non-irradiated, grown in Mexico
• Repackaged from bulk by SuperfoodsNZ — same premium Frontier quality

Formula Highlights

• Damiana Leaf (Turnera diffusa) — cut and sifted, 606mg per 1 tsp serving; grown in Mexico, traditional source region
• Kosher certified, non-irradiated — pure and unadulterated, nothing added
• Available in 100g (~165 servings) and 453g (~748 servings) — ideal for first-time use or regular daily supplementation

Supplement Facts

Serving size: 1 tsp (606mg) | Servings per 100g: ~165 | Servings per 453g: ~748

*Daily Value not established.

Suggested Use

As a tea: Pour 240ml of boiling water over 1–2 tsp of damiana leaf. Cover and steep for 5–10 minutes. Strain and enjoy. Pairs well with honey, lemon, cinnamon, or ginger.

As a tincture: Use in standard tincture preparation with food-grade alcohol following established herbal medicine protocols.

In cordials and liqueurs: Infuse in brandy, rum, or vodka with honey and citrus for a traditional damiana cordial.

Other Ingredients

Damiana leaf (Turnera diffusa), cut and sifted. Nothing else. Kosher certified, non-irradiated.

About Frontier Natural Products

Frontier Natural Products Co-op has been a trusted source of high-quality herbs and botanicals since 1976, committed to sustainable sourcing and delivering pure, unadulterated products you can trust. SuperfoodsNZ repackages this premium Frontier damiana leaf into convenient resealable packs — the same certified, non-irradiated cut and sifted leaf grown in Mexico, in a more accessible size.

Warnings

Not recommended during pregnancy. Consult a healthcare practitioner before use if pregnant, breastfeeding, taking medications (particularly for diabetes or blood thinners), or if you have a medical condition. Keep out of reach of children.