Damiana also encourages good health, as it enhances blood circulation (especially to the genitals) and regulates your hormone production. It is found to be useful against mild depression, sexual disinterest and menstrual problems. When used as a tea, the herb will intensify your erotic feelings.

Smoking the herb provides a mild high feeling. Turnera Diffusa contains caffeine-like alkaloids and essential oils which are responsible for much of its physiological effects.