Leaf: The Surinam Tirio use a decoction of boiled leaves as a wash to relieve cramps.

Toxicity of Part unspecified: Used as a fish poison by the Amerindians at Kurupukari, Guyana.

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