Stem: Grated bark has an emollient and resolvent effect when rubbed locally on swellings or tumors, as employed by the French Guiana Wayapi.

Leaf and Fruit: Fruits and leaves are boiled, and the water used as a medicament for “bush yaws” or for treating sores, by the Guyana Patamona.

Fruit: Pulp of fruit is used for treating persistent sores, by the Guyana Patamona.

Root: Roots are boiled and the water used as an antibacterial and as an antiseptic (mouthwash), and for treating toothache, by the Guyana Patamona. Roots are boiled and the water drunk as an anti-malarial, by the Guyana Patamona.