Farmers use the nitrogen- rich foliage of D. latifolia as a green manure and fodder. Medicinal uses . Tannins from the bark are used to produce medicines for the treatment of diarrhoea, worms, indigestion, and leprosy. These tannins also produce an appetizer. Under natural conditions, D. latifolia reproduces by seed, root sucker or coppice.
Artificial reproduction is common by seed, root cutting, and stump sprout.
Direct seeding is possible under moist conditions with good weed control. Root cuttings can be planted directly in the field or raised in a nursery for future transplanting. Although no seed treatment is necessary, soaking seed in cool water for 12-24 hours will hasten germination. Root cuttings should be taken from trees that are at least 5 years old. Recommended length of cuttings is 20 cm with a diameter of 1-2 cm.