Whole plant: Boiled by the Surinam Tirio for a decoction used as a wash for malaria and general weariness. Crushed and placed on machete cuts by the Surinam Wayana to staunch bleeding.

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