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Used as a fish poison; the leaves and seeds contain tephrosin, which paralyzes fish. Larger doses are lethal to fish, but mammals and amphibians are unaffected. It is also used traditionally as folk medicine. * According to Ayurveda, the plant is anthelmintic, alexiteric, alterative, and antipyretic; * it is used in the treatment of leprosy, ulcers, asthma, and tumors, as well as diseases of the liver, spleen, heart, and blood. * A decoction of the roots is given in dyspepsia, diarrhea, rheumatism, asthma and urinary disorders. * The root powder is salutary for brushing the teeth, where it is said to quickly relieve dental pains and stop bleeding. * An extract, termed 'betaphroline' (not a systematic name) is claimed to promote release of endorphins, and finds use in certain cosmetic preparations.* alleviates inflammation, benefits in skin diseases; and possesses antidotal, bactericidal, wound healing and haemostatic.* works well in loss of taste and improves appetite, makes the movements of flatus and feces downwards.* stimulates liver for better bile secretion and possesses parasiticidal properties.* possesses anti diabetic and lipid lowering properties. .* expectorant, diuretic, and uterine stimulant.