Stem: Trunk-bark decoction for an astringent febrifuge wash. Bark decoction mixed with crushed whole Tonina fluviatilis to prepare an infant fortifier.

Seed: Mixed with rum in an alcoholic extract which is rubbed on snakebite, contusions and rheumatism. Decocted in water and sugar for a cold remedy. Seed-oil effective in controlling  dysentery.

Leaf: The Sikiyana-Chikena people of Surinam use a cold water infusion as an earwash to treat earache. Crushed for snuff powder in Surinam.

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