The leaf has soothing, demulcent and mucilaginous properties and is used mainly for the respiratory and urinary system.
The leaves are good to use for coughs due to its expectorant, emollient and mucilaginous qualities.As it will encourage the expulsion of mucous
particlarly when the cough is dry and tight and there is irritation in the airways.
These same properties make it useful for urinary tract infections such as kidney/bladder stones, cystitis.