Cnidicin is primarily used in biomedical research for its antifungal and antiproliferative properties. It demonstrates activity against various fungal pathogens, making it a candidate for development in antifungal therapies. Additionally, cnidicin has shown potential in inhibiting the growth of certain cancer cell lines, which supports its investigation as a lead compound in anticancer drug research. Its ability to disrupt cell membrane integrity in target cells contributes to its bioactivity. Due to its natural origin and specific mode of action, it is also studied for use in agriculture as a biocontrol agent against plant-pathogenic fungi.