Abstract: On the basis of summarizing the research results on the dynamic characteristics of root residue storage in Chinese fir, this paper analyzed and discussed the influencing factors of root residue in Chinese fir from four aspects: genetic characteristics, developmental stages, site conditions and forest management measures.It explored the problems in the study of root residue in Chinese fir and proposed future development trends.The research results can provide reference for the further study of root residue in Chinese fir and the development of root ecology discipline.