The above-ground part of the plant has diuretic, litholytic, and antichlorhydric properties.

It is considered a particularly effective herb for kidney and bladder stones and is used in many herbal mixtures or on its own to address these issues.

The decoction of the plant is used against stomach acidity, digestive ulcers, intestinal worms, for colds, and travel nausea.

It acts as an appetizer and aids in digestion by neutralizing gas.

It increases sweating and has an expectorant effect.

It stimulates and tones the body and is beneficial for dizziness.

It is useful in disorders of the body due to excessive heat.

The concentrated decoction of the plant is a good laxative.

Gargling with decoction acts healing on wounds of the larynx and mouth.