Kinkeliba means the 'Health Tree'. The curative leaves are used to make the 'Quinquellibas drink', a refreshing tea traded as Kinkeliba. The tea is produced by steeping the leaves in boiling water to desired strength. The first boiled is usually the strongest brewed. The leaves, roots and barks are said to have many medicinal usages such as anti-inflammatory properties and detoxifying properties. Kinkeliba makes a strong brew of tea and most importantly can be drank with milk and desired sweeteners.