Latex: Latex is used for treating ringworm, as an anti-fungal, by the Guyana Patamona. Latex is vigorously applied around the genital area to cure herpes, by the Guyana Patamona.

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