Polygonatum sibiricum has the functions of benefiting qi and nourishing yin, invigorating spleen and moistening lung, and benefiting kidney. Mainly used for spleen and stomach weakness, fatigue, thirst, lung deficiency, dry cough, deficiency of essence and blood, and internal heat to quench thirst. Because of its nourishing and strengthening effects, it is also used for physical weakness and malnutrition after illness, and is a good health-preserving medicated diet. It can also be pleasant or dark and can be used for beauty.

Modern clinic is also used to treat tuberculosis, hypotension, hyperlipidemia, toxic deafness, tinea of hands and feet, pinworm and so on.