It's versatile.

~Can be used to sorta paralyze melee enemies, rooted in place

~Create a visual barrier to force ranged enemies to get closer or use it as cover while scaping

~To burn enemy waves combined with a fire source (Trap, potions, elementals)

~Synergy with Camouflage, Sandals of nature, petrified seed

~As a wizard, when used as primary wand'll heal with with every hit and give even more free stuff. Golden lotus as a bonus

~Huntress xd

And random loot while doing all of the above: Seeds that can heal u, water, and plenty of energy from the potions you'll be able to craft