Root: Barks of root and trunk are finely ground and mixed in water for a cataplasm to remedy erysipelas.

Stem: Bark of trunk in a decoction for leishmaniasis and various types of dermatitis.

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