Luehea divaricata

Luehea divaricata is a species of tree native to the cerrado area of Brazil, particularly the states of Bahia and Rio Grande do Sul. It is known by various local names including 'açoita-cavalo', 'açoita-cavalo miúdo', 'ibatingui', 'ivatingui', 'pau-de-canga', and 'caiboti'. Luehea divaricata is regarded as a medicinal plant in traditional Brazilian medicine. The stems are used to relieve inflammation, the leaves are used as a diuretic while a bark decoction is used in the treatment of arthritis. The wood can also be fashioned into whips.