Abstract: Traditionally Rosmarinus officinalis has been applied to be an ornamental and aromatic herb plant species. Nowadays this plant is widely used in landscape greening, gardening, food processing, medical and hygienic service, cosmetology and health care, et al. This article analyzed the ecological characteristics, introduction and cultivation situation of Rosmarinus officinalis , reviewed the domestic and overseas research and application development of this plant species and discussed the future orientation of the relevant industry development.