Some herbalists use the leaves.
Alterative, Amoebicidal, Anthelmintic, Antibacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Astringent, Bitter Tonic, Cardiotonic, Cholagogue, Digestive Tonic, Diuretic, Febrifuge, Galactagogue, Hepatic, Immune Stimulant, Laxative, Liver Tonic, Siliagogue, Thyroid Stimulant, Tonic. Tea, Tincture, Capsules. The antibacterial properties of the alkaloid berbamine have shown activity against Staphyloccus, Streptococcus, Salmonella, Shigella and Eschorichia Coli. It has antimicrobial properties that are especially beneficial for the skin and intestinal tract. It helps to dilate blood vessels and thus lower blood pressure.