Turnera diffusa, a woody shrub native to Mexico and Central America, has long been valued by Indigenous peoples as a tonic for vitality, desire, and emotional resilience. Its aromatic leaves contain volatile oils and flavonoids that traditional practitioners employ to support hormonal balance and uplift mood during times of stress or fatigue.
leaf, stem
tea, tincture, decoction, powder
1–2 tsp dried leaf as tea 2–3x daily; 2–4 mL tincture 2–3x daily
May cause mild stomach upset. Strong aroma.
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