Stem: Bark prepared in a decoction with bark of Zanthoxylum rhoifolium for a febrifuge and for protection from malaria and swamp fever (an antipaludic agent). Shavings of stem macerated in rum are used for a vermifuge and antidysenteric beverage.

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