Commonly given for those suffering from weak debility or a lack of energy.Gives general strength to the body. A cooling, mucilaginous, demulcent with light strengthening and tonic properties traditionally used in the treatment of seminal discharges and snake bite. A study has been done for the action of extracts of roots and leaves of the plant on various pathogenic bacteria and fungii causing ringworm and other skin diseases. Lactogenic effect of stig- masterol and other fraction isolated from the plant were studied in lactating rats. It was concluded that both the principles had lactogenic effects. The plant is a stimulant and a tonic. The leaves and roots are useful in various skin diseases, inflammation of the skin and on wounds. The use of routine clinical doses shows no side effects