摘要: Oplopanax elatus(Nakai) Nakai,a member of the ancient angiosperm plant family Araliaceae,is used for the treatment of different disorders in the medicine systems of China,Russia,and Korea,and was designated in Russia as a classical adaptogen.Despite extensive studies of classical adaptogens,there are comparatively few reports concerning the chemical composition and pharmacological effects of O.elatus in English.The plant is a potential source of saponins,flavonoids,anthraquinones,terpenes,and other active compounds.Experimental studies and clinical applications have indicated that O.elatus possesses a number of pharmacological activities,including adaptogenic,anti-convulsant,anti-diabetic,anti-fungal,anti-inflammatory,anti-oxidant,blood pressure modulating,and reproductive function effects.In this review,the chemistry,safety,and therapeutic potential of O.elatus are summarized and highlighted to encourage the further development of this plant.