This is a plant with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antiradical action. It is also antibacterial (Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus agalactiae, Enterococcus faecalis) and antifungal. It is an immunomodulator, and an activator of macrophages. It is used in the following therapeutic indications, as it contributes to improve states of spastic colitis, treatment of cough, insect bites and as an oral analgesic.