edel daru

The tree has both edible as well as medicinal uses for the community. Roots, leaves, flowers, fruits and the seed-oil are all edible portions of the plant.

Medicinal values for: tumors, stomach ailments, cuts and wounds, dysentery

• Leaf: A paste prepared from the leaves (sakam) is considered a cure if applied on a tumor.
• A decoction prepared by the leaves (sakam) is taken to cure loose stools.
• Bark: A paste prepared from the bark (baklaʔ) is applied over cuts and wounds.
• Root: A paste of the root (rehet) is to be given twice a day for curing abdominal pain generally due to dysentery.

Other use:

• Wood: The wood (sahan) is used in making planks (dirkʰa), benches, or beds (parkom).