Abstract:Objective:To provide some reference for the research on the utilization of medicinal plant resources.Method:Based on a review of the achievements in utilizing medicinal plant resources,three aspects were discussed:the utilization and conservation of the endangered and rare medicinal plants;the research on the authenticity and superiority of medicinal plants;and the quality control and evaluation of medicinal plants.Results:Although great achievements have been made,some problems still exist.Conclusion:The research on the development and utilization of medicinal plant resources has broad prospects.