Shanxi province is the main producing area of Polygalae Radix

supplying 80% of this herb in the market

and the change of Polygalae Radix in Shanxi province affects the development of the whole industry of this herb.According to the investigation in the main producing area of Polygalae Radix in Shanxi province and surrounding area

the cultivation history

resources

distribution

change in production areas and price trend of this herb are elaborated comprehensively.The advantages and disadvantages of Polygalae Radix industry in Shanxi are analyzed through the comparison of its production area in Shanxi and other producing areas.It is pointed out that the disorder of the production

the lack of quality indicators

the unclear germplasm resources

the root rot and aflatoxin are the main bottlenecks that restrict the development of Polygalae Radix.In view of the above problems

it is suggested that the distrubition of Polygalae Radix areas should be guided by ecological suitability

a comprehensive quality evaluation system for Polygalae Radix should be established.The problems in Polygalae Radix production should be solved through breeding of new variety

standardization of cultivation techniques

combination of production

learning and research.