Its healing, anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antibacterial and diuretic power has been demonstrated. It also has a cholagogue action (it has substances that facilitate the expulsion of the bile retained in the gallbladder); its febrifuge power is relevant (to reduce fever); hypoglycemic (to lower blood glucose levels); is diaphoretic (increases sweating to help reduce fever); as well as astringent, among other properties.