Furthermore , the plant is used in Brazil to treat Leishmania braziliensis skin infections ( Franca et al. , 1996 ) .
The syrup has a beautiful indigo blue color and may be used to enhance and remove the bitterness of teas such as yerba mate .
The plant is used in Brazil to treat Leishmania braziliensis skin infections ( Franca et al. , 1996 ) .
The syrup has a beautiful indigo blue color and may be used to enhance and remove the bitterness of teas such as yerba mate .