Based on the Database

including ScienceDirect、JNP、ACS、Wiley Online and CiNii

retrieved by the search term of Curcuma and choreographied in chronological order. By the relevant reports

190 compounds were isolated and identified from Curcuma currently

among which the main components were volatile oils and curcuminoids

and others were diterpenes

alkaloids

sterols

etc. Curcuma rich in volatile oil and known as a treasury of sesquiterpene compounds. This article reviewed the chemical constituents and pharmacological effects in Curcuma more comprehensive

and aimed to expand the material basis for the development of new drugs.