Red baneberry's overall importance to livestock and wildlife is low, since it is not normally abundant. In Montana, elk utilize red baneberry foliage in the fall because it remains green after early frosts. White-tailed deer consume a moderate amount of red baneberry. There are reports of horses eating it in Montana and sheep eating it in Idaho.
Red baneberry has attractive foliage and brilliantly beautiful berries.
Native Americans in Alberta and British Columbia used a weak decoction made from the roots as a stimulant in treating colds, arthritis, syphilis, rheumatism, and emaciation.