Black coral has been harvested for centuries as charm and a medicine. Early peoples of many cultures believed that black coral had the power to ward off evil and injury. The name, antipathes, means "against suffering". Early Hawaiians ground black coral branches into a medicinal powder. In ancient time, it also known as natural amulet used by SHAMANS to repel and block negative energy from human system ( AURA ).

According to Maulana Hizra, Islamic spiritualists and therapists, bahar roots absorb vitamins, ions and nutrients that exist on the ocean floor so it useful for health. The root bahar can kill toxins and neutralize chemicals in the body. Root bahar often used as accessories (bracelets) that can heal rheumatic diseases and blood circulation.Prior to use, the roots bahar first must be dried and then crushed by machine to make medicinal powder. To treat strep throat, Hizra adding red betel leaves, roots of the weeds (Imperata cylindrica), and red ginger. This herb is packaged in capsules for easy consumption and also usually is boiled to make a hot potions.