Turnerae diffusae folium

Authors:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer, Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Synonym(s)

Damian leaves; folia damianae

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Turnerae diffusae folium means the leaves of Turnera diffusa, also called Damian leaves.

IngredientsThis section has been translated automatically.

Essential oil with mono- and sesquiter terpenes, bitter substances, tanning agents.

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Common unproven indication: tonic, aphrodisiac, colds and lower urinary tract infections. The effects are not scientifically proven.

The leaves are administered in Mexico as tea.

Homeopathy: Turnera diffusa (HAB2013), leaves collected and dried during the flowering period. These are administered in cases of lack of sexual experience and menstrual disorders (positive monograph of Commission D).

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

Ammon H et al (2014). Hunnius Pharmaceutical Dictionary. Walter de Gruyter GmbH Berlin/Boston S 1832

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Authors: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Martina Bacharach-Buhles