Astilbin is a dihydroflavonol glycoside and the major active component in Smilacis Glabrae Rhizoma.It exhibits various biological activities，including selective immunosuppression，antioxidant，anti-inflammatory，and lipid-lowering effects.Extensive experimental research has been conducted on astilbin，providing a scientific basis for the development of this new candidate drug.By reviewing a large number of relevant literature，this study systematically summarized the stability and pharmacological activities of astilbin，providing references for further in-depth research and development of its utilization.