Rhizoma Cibotii has the functions of analgesia, diuresis and strengthening. It has been used as a traditional Chinese medicine for a long time in China, and it was recorded as early as Shennong Herbal Classic. However, in the ancient herbal works, the name of Ciji was Golden Haired Ciji. In fact, it contains two plants, one is this species, and the other is Cephalosporium of Cladosporium. In modern Chinese medicine works, this problem has been clearly defined, and the name of Tzu Chi has been dedicated to the chiropody of Dryopteridaceae. But in some areas of Sichuan, Hubei and Zhejiang, people still often confuse Tzu Chi with Guanzhong.
The rhizome of Rhizoma Cibotii is rich in starch, which can be used for brewing wine and as a soil insecticide to control aphids and red spiders.