The Turkana community uses it to treat ringworms, cuts, malaria, and stomachache. They also use it for Newcastle disease in chicken. The Maasai uses it for ringworms. The Digo and Samburu also use it for ringworms.
For pimples and Acne, the gel from the leaves is applied on the affected areas.
To manage indigestion, the leaves are chewed and swallowed before and after meals. 
To treat wounds, the juice is squeezed into the wound.