: The herb is used for ukuchatha (enemas) or ukuphumputha (topical application) to treat infants, particularly for fevers or general malaise.
: Because of its strength, it is often mixed with other balancing herbs like Umvuthuza or rough salt when used for steaming ( ukugquma ) or bathing ( ukugeza ). Physical Characteristics nukani-umuthi
: It is frequently used to remove isichitho (spiritual resentment or "bad luck" directed at a person) and amathunzi (spiritual shadows) to bring clarity and light into one's life. : The herb is used for ukuchatha (enemas)