Abstract:Edible dock is a new food raw material rich in nutritional components. It has a relatively high protein content and contains various trace elements and amino acids essential for the human body，as well as some bioactive ingredients such as flavonoids and polyphenol compounds. It exhibits pharmacological effects like antioxidant activity and can reduce high blood pressure，lower blood sugar，and maintain stable uric acid levels.This paper reviewed the active components and pharmacological effects of edible dock，analyzed the current status and main problems in its pharmacological research，and made an outlook on the basic research of its pharmaceutical efficacy.