Root: Diuretic; contains a bitter and purgative principle. In French Guiana, the root is steeped in vinegar for gargles.

Seed: Infusion used as a purgative.

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