Damiana (Turnera diffusa) plant
singles ✦ one plant · 1 fl oz

Damiana ✦

1 fl oz / 30 ml · 30 servings · Turnera diffusa

Softens the edges of connection and warmth. Traditionally used as a nervine tonic to support relaxation, sensual ease, and a settled body.

the intention
flow
find it in: Altared ✦ · Ecstatic ⟡
the taste
Herbal and aromatic, warm and lightly honeyed.
Mixed into drinks, the drops have a very light flavor.
  • single herb
  • dual-extracted
  • small batch
  • 30 servings · 1 ml each
$22.00
Batch 4 · ships December 15

Reach for Damiana to unwind and ease into good company: the end of a long day, date night, a long table with friends, the moment you want to be fully in the room.

Batch 4 · small batch · ships December 15

Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a fragrant desert shrub of Baja, brewed as a ceremonial tea by the Maya. It carries the warm honeyed finish in Altared and Ecstatic.

meet Altared ✦ →Ecstatic ⟡ →

FAQ

Asked & answered

How do I use them?
Our tinctures are meant to be part of your routine – whether you're getting through the day, winding down, tuning in, or connecting with others.

You can:

Mix into your favorite mocktail or one of our recipes
Add to a drink like sparkling water, tea, cacao, juice or a smoothie
Drop directly on your tongue for quicker effects
Start with 1–2 dropperfuls and listen to your body.
Can I take more than one in a day?
Absolutely. You can always layer blends throughout the day.

For example: Ecstatic in the morning, Long Rhode throughout the day, and Altared and/or Lucid in the evening.

Just start slow, listen to your body, and see what works for you.
When should I take each tincture?
Each formula supports a different vibe. Here's a cheat sheet:

✦ Altared to relax and flow.

⟡ Ecstatic to bring presence and joy.

✦ Lucid to calm down and connect.

⟡ Long Rhode to de-stress and lock in.

Choose based on the moment you're in or the state you’re seeking.
What's the difference between Signature blends and Singles?
Our Signature blends (Altared, Ecstatic, Lucid and Long Rhode) are our top-shelf pour: formulas we developed and refined over time, triple-extracted and made in small batches with our herbalist partners.

Singles are one plant at a time: 1 oz, dual-extracted single-herb tinctures, made in small batches with just as much love and intention. They're a simple way to meet a plant, find your herbal ally, or make your own combination.
Which Single should I start with?
Start with the intention you're setting:

✦ Damiana for flow.

✦ Blue Vervain to unwind.

✦ Rhodiola for energy.

✦ Schisandra for endurance.

If you already love one of our blends, start with a plant inside it: Damiana is in Altared and Ecstatic, and Rhodiola and Schisandra are in Long Rhode. Blue lotus lives in Lucid ✦.
Can I combine Singles? / How do I make my own combination?
Yes. Start with one plant on its own so you get to know it, then try two together: 1 dropperful of each in the same drink.

Rhodiola + Schisandra is the pairing behind Long Rhode. Blue Vervain + Damiana makes a slow, open evening.

Read each Single's cautions before you combine them, start slow, and listen to your body.
I'm sober. Can I use these?
That's a very personal question only you can answer. We can say that our tinctures were crafted with the sober community in mind.

They don’t contain alcohol in an intoxicating amount — organic cane alcohol is used as the traditional extraction solvent in our triple-extraction menstruum (with purified water and organic glycerin), not as a drink — and they’re non-intoxicating, meaning they won’t get you high, drunk, or alter your consciousness.

Our drops are designed to help you feel more like yourself, not less. We have several customers in recovery who use our products as a tool for connection and relaxation.

However, if alcohol-based extracts are a trigger for you, then no, these drops are not a good fit.
Are there any side effects?
Our blends are made with well-studied herbs. That said, they're not for use while pregnant or nursing, and each blend carries its own cautions on the label. We include all ingredients on the label for full transparency.
Are these legal? / Are there any dangers?
Every plant we use is legal and well-researched in the US.

Please review individual cautions below:

Altared (kava + damiana)

Avoid if taking sedatives, depressants, or alcohol. May cause drowsiness.
Ecstatic (kanna + damiana)

Do not combine with SSRIs, SNRIs, MAOIs, or other antidepressants. May interact with serotonin pathways.
Lucid (blue lotus)

Avoid combining with other sedatives. Mildly calming and relaxing.
Long Rhode (rhodiola + schisandra)

Use caution if prone to mania or bipolar symptoms. Rhodiola can be overstimulating for some.

Most of the herbs we use (except schisandra) are generally not recommended while pregnant or breastfeeding. Not for use while pregnant or breastfeeding.
Why are your blends made in small batches?
Every Altar Native blend is made in small batches with our herbalist partners, and funded by you. We're staying small on purpose until we can scale with integrity and intention.

Working with a certified manufacturer is still the plan, once we have the funding to do it that way. Until then, we make small, seasonal batches, and every bottle gets real care.
How do pre-orders work?
When you pre-order, you're reserving a bottle from the next batch and helping bring it to life. Pre-orders are what fund each batch.

Batch 4 is open for pre-order now and ships December 15. You're charged in full at checkout.
traditional use & history

Damiana

Damiana (Turnera diffusa) is a fragrant desert shrub of Baja and Central America, kept in Mexican herbal tradition and traditionally used to support relaxation, sensual ease and warm connection. The Maya prized it as a ceremonial aid and a lovers’ elixir.

in our blends

Damiana carries the warmth: the warm honeyed finish under kava in Altared ✦, and the honey underneath kanna's bright green in Ecstatic ⟡.

ready when you are

Damiana Drops

$22.00

Batch 4 · ships December 15