It is considered analgestic (pain-reliever), anti inflammatory, anti-leukemic, antibacterial, anti-cancerous, anti-candida, antifungal, antiprotozoal, anti-tumorous, antiviral, COX-inhibitor (Linked to inflammation), hypoglycemic, immune stimulant, and uterine stimulant. It is an antioxidant, anti-theumatic, antispasmodic, diaphoretic (promotes sweating), diuretic, febrifuge (reduces fever), insecticide, menstrual stimulant and also aids with anxiety problems.