The main producing areas of Cistanche spp. in Neimongol, Ningxia, Gansu and Xingjiang were surveyed. Plant specimens and samples of 4 species and a new variety, named C. salsa var.albiflora P.F.Tu et Z.C.Lou, were collected and identified. Their distribution and abundance of resources are reported,and measures of exploiting and protecting comdined with sand-control are suggested.