In Jamaica vervine is used for nervous disorders, as an eye tonic and to clean wounds. Traditionally it is combined with sour sop and semi-contract to expel worms and other parasites. Vervine is also used for a variety of female sexual and reproductive health conditions.
In the Eastern Caribbean vervine is used for colds, fevers, and worms. The leaves can be applied to sores and wounds to cleanse and heal. In Africa vervine is used to treat gonorrhoea, eye trouble and heart conditions.
Vervine is used in South America for respiratory and gastric problems. It is also used to treat asthma, ulcers and chronic liver disorders.
Vervine roots are used in the Philippines to treat gonorrhoea and to cause abortions. The leaves are used for worms and as a poultice for sprains and wounds
