Mavilangapattai is believed to be especially effective when used to treat injections of the urinary tract. It is used as a cholegogue promotes the discharge of bile from the system anthelmintic(expels worms) and anti-amoebic in both intestinal and hepatic infestations. The plant is very important in traditional medicine to cure for urinary infections. It is used extensively in blood purification. It is also used to cure rheumatic pain and swellings.