OBJECTIVE：To explore the teaching methods for pharmacognosy course in order to improve the quality of teaching. METHODS： In view of the disadvantages of the traditional teaching method， the teaching methods in pharmacognosy courses were reformed and practiced in many ways. RESULTS： Special seminar was set up， the role of teacher and student exchange was applied， traditional culture and knowledge was penetrated in class teaching， extracurricular activities were carried out and field practice was added. CONCLUSIONS： Through the reform practise of the teaching method in pharmacognostic courses in pharmacy major in our university， the initiative and enthusiasm of students' learning has been improved， the ability of professional knowledge has been expanded，innovation and practical ability have been actively cultivated and good teaching effected has achieved. The quality of the teaching in pharmacognosy has been greatly improved.