Whole plant: Decoction of crushed plant is used as a wash to treat skin rashes by the Surinam Akuriyo
Stem and Leaf: Decoction of crushed leaves and rasped bark is used as a wash for treatment of athlete's foot by the Surinam Tirio and Wayana

Robertt, A., et al.. Medicinal Plants of the Guianas (Guyana, Suriname, French Guyana)/Smithsonian NMNH. cited online: 17-08-2017