作为“四大怀药”之一的怀牛膝,其根因含有多种化学药用成分,具有重要的药用价值,是我国著名的“四大怀药”之一,也是我国传统的大宗药材。因此,国内外对怀牛膝的研究大多集中于其干燥根。本文对怀牛膝的相关研究进行了汇总,包括对怀牛膝的细胞悬浮培养以及对药用成分及生理功能的研究等。 Achyranthes bidentata which is one of the “four big arms” has its root because it contains many kinds of chemical and medicinal ingredients and has important medicinal value. It is also one of the famous “four big arms” in China, and also China’s traditional bulk medicine. Therefore, most of the research on Achyranthes bidentata at home and abroad focuses on its dry roots. This article summarizes the related research of Achyranthes bidentata, including the cell suspension culture of Achyranthes bidentata and the research on its medicinal composition and physiological functions.