Calamus Root is a traditional Chinese medicinal herb used to open orifices, rid phlegm, resolve dampness, brighten eyes and improve hearing. Calamus root benefits the digestive system, supports joint health, benefits circulation, supports cognitive function, benefits the nervous system, and promotes relaxation. Calamus Root has stimulating, antibiotic, antispasmodic, and analgesic effects.
Some people chew calamus to remove the smell of tobacco, as a stimulant, to increase their sense of well-being, and as a hallucinogen.
Some people apply the calamus directly to the skin to treat certain skin diseases.
In foods, the calamus is used as a spice.