The powerful cytotoxicity, in vivo antitumor, pesticidal, antimalarial, antiviral, and antimicrobial effects indicated a myriad of potentially useful applications.

Commercial development of these compounds

shampoo, highly effective in treating infestations of head lice, fleas, and ticks.

pesticidal sprays, which protects host plants against a diversity of pests.

an ointment for treatment of oral herpes (HSV-1) and other skin afflictions.

The extract (in capsule form) has been used by certain cancer patients as a botanical supplement product.