Abstract:Review and analysis the progress of research and application in tumors of Atractylodes macrocephala. Presented a review of mechanism research and clinical application of A. macrocephala and their combination in antitumor and improving gastrointestinal function of cancer patients. A. macrocephalanot only has the efficacy of eliminating dampness, inducing diuresis, hidroschesis, preventing miscarriage, strengthening spleen and invigorating vital energy, but also has antitumor function to multiple tumors, it also has a certain effect in regulation gastrointestinal function of cancer patients. As a traditional medicine, it has caused widespread interest of researchers and been proved a significant effect in antitumor treatment and improving the quality of life of cancer patients by a large number of studies. A. macrocephala is natural plant drug, pharmaceutical rich, curative effect confirmed, has the important value of clinical application.