Stem and Leaf: Macerated in rum and applied locally to stop itching.

Leaf: A bitter decoction is drunk for liver disorders; pulverised and rubbed on parasitic skin afflictions. Decoction of both young and dead leaves, mixed with young leaves of Psidium guajava, used as an effective diarrhoea remedy. Used to treat sores in NW Guyana.

Root: Roots are boiled, lime juice and a pinch of salt added, and the liquid is drunk as an anti-malarial, by the Guyana Patamona.

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