An infusion of the fruits and leaves is used for kidney problems. The infusion of the fruits is reported to be a diuretic and to be used for kidney and prostate problems (Burlage 1968; Bye 1986; Cabrera n.d.; Gonzàlez E. 1981; Gonzàlez S. 1979; Linares, Penafiel, and Bye 1988; Martànez 1969; Vines 1960).
Nicholson Michael S. ; Arzhennithe, Charles . Economic Botany. vol. 47 . --p. 184-192 1993