ABSTRACT
To provide scientific and theoretical basis for the further study and reference for the development and efficient use of the medicinal plants, the extraction and separation technology of Celtis sinensis and its main chemical components and pharmacological effects were summarized. Literatures were reviewed, and the key information was classified and summarized. A large number of flavonoids, triterpenoids, phenols, anthraquinones and amides have been isolated from the plants. Extract of Celtis shows diversed pharmacological activities, such as antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, antibacterial, anti-tumor and so on. Further studies should be carried out on Celtis sinensis, which is abundant in our country and has high medicinal value and broad application prospect, for its better development and utilization.