Stem: Pneumatophores of adult trees are broken into small pieces and made into a cold decoction by the French Guiana Palikur, who ingest it for measles since the preparation refreshes the skin and reduces itching for the duration of the illness.

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