Stem: Decoction of the bark is used as an antisyphilitic; stimulating tea is made from bark.

Leaf: Used to disinfect the umbilical cord of newborn babies in NW Guyana.

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