Abstract: The essential oil was the main chemical components responded to the pharmacological activities of Artemisia argyi volatile oils,which was widely used in clinics.The chemical components were very complicated and greatly affected by many factors,such as extraction methods,different origins,different growing period,browning during,and storage condition and so on.Artemisia argyi volatile oils showed antiviral and antibacterial,preventing asthma,anti-inflammation,analgesia and sedation and other pharmacological activities.In the study,extraction methods,the chemical composition,pharmacological activity,clinical application,safety of Artemisia argyi volatile oils were summarized.The study on the extraction methods and active components provided reference for the further development and utilization of the Artemisia argyi volatile oils.

Key words: Artemisia argyi volatile oils, extraction methods, chemical components, pharmacological activity, clinical application