The roots steeped in water make a mouthwash for children's sore mouths and adult trenchmouth and sore throats. Smoking the dried leaves helps colds and asthma. The leaves steeped in water can be given in small doses to babies to help regulate their bowels. A leaf applied to an abscess will dry it up. Infusions made from the dried plant help colds and fevers.
Teas can also help stomach aches.
A leaf tied on a burn or a sore will heal it. Tea made from the root lowers fevers. A poultice made from the smashed plant eases cuts and bruises. A tea made from the leaves helps kidneys. It also relieves menstrual difficulties and other women's health problems.