Used as a selective herbicide to control broadleaf weeds and brush in agriculture, forestry, and non-crop areas. It is effective in cereals like wheat and barley where it targets unwanted dicot plants without harming the monocot crops. Commonly applied in lawn care and turf management for weed control. Also used in some formulations for aquatic weed management. Its mode of action mimics plant growth hormones, causing uncontrolled growth and eventual death of susceptible plants.