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Damiana (Turnera diffusa)

Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a shrub native to Mexico and the Caribbean, known for its aromatic leaves and yellow flowers.

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Sunlight

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Watering

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. A sandy loam or a potting mix amended with perlite or sand works well.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half during the growing season.

Care Requirements

Light

Prefers full sun to partial shade.

Protect from intense afternoon sun in hot climates.

Water

Water when the top inch of soil feels dry.

Ensure good drainage.

Soil

Well-draining soil is essential. A sandy loam or a potting mix amended with perlite or sand works well.

Temperature

Thrives in warm temperatures.

Ideal range 18-24°C; avoid frost.

Habitat

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Fertilizer

Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted by half during the growing season.

Avoid over-fertilizing.

Plant Overview

Plant Type

Shrub

Plant Category

Medicinal

Plant Place Type

Ground, Pot

Plant Environment

Outdoor, Greenhouse, Indoor

Lifespan

Perennials

Plant Height

0.5-1.5 m

Spread

1-2 m

Growth Rate

Moderate

Leaf Color

Green

Leaf Type

Ovate to elliptic

Flower Size

2-3 cm

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Synonyms
Bohadschia humifusa C.Presl
Bohadschia microphylla Griseb.
Triacis microphylla (Desv.) Griseb.
Turnera aphrodisiaca Ward
Turnera humifusa Endl. ex Walp.
Turnera microphylla Desv.
Turnera pringlei Rose
Taxonomy
  • kingdomPlantae
  • divisionTracheophyta
  • classMagnoliopsida
  • orderMalpighiales
  • familyPassifloraceae
  • genusTurnera
  • speciesTurnera diffusa
Toxicity

Toxic for humans

No

Rating: 0/5

Toxic for pets

No

Rating: 0/5

Edible

No

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