Leaf: In Surinam, an infusion is applied to remedy dysentery; powdered preparation used for nasal conditions.

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Origin

Malaysia and Indonesia.

Action:

Intestinal astringent. Uses similar to Black Catechu (Acacia catechu).

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

2) Khare, C.P./ Indian Medicinal Plants. -- Nueva Dheli: Springer, 2007 . - p 683.