using soxhlet extraction and ultrasonic extraction, seed kernel saponin contents in the process of maturity were measured. Through verification and comparison tests, ultrasonic extraction of camellia tea saponin is better. With matury, tea saponin content increased first and then decreased, distribution of camellia fruit tea saponin in various parts during ripening were: kernels〉fruit shell〉seed shell, saponin contents of seed kernels, fruit shell and seeds shell were ...