Abstract:The surface soil layer humus and fertility in Chinese fir,Pinus massoniana and evergreen broad leaved forests before and after controlled burning were studied.After controlled burning,the soil or-ganic matter and total N of surface soil layer decreased.the activities of soil biochemistry strength-ened,the amount of available nutrient supply enhanced.Soil humus,the ratio of HA/FA,humic acid and E4 value decreased, E4/E6 elevated,loosely and tightly combined humus contents and its ratio deseended,the activation of soil humus decreased.It was unfavov able to maintain ventilation penetration and forest soil fertility.