Stem: A compress of cut stem is made to treat hernia; a tampon of finely grated stem, which acts as a resolutive, is used for hernia by the French Guiana Wayapi.

Leaf: Warmed leaves are strapped around the affected area as an analgesic or are wrapped around the affected area as an antiarthritic, by the Guyana Patamona. Warmed leaves are used as a poultice for treating muscular aches and pains by the Guyana Patamona.

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