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Its extraction has attracted more and more attention. Conventional organic solutions cannot selectively extract PFS and then need to carry out liquid\u2013liquid extraction and multi-step column separation, which is time-consuming and pollutes the environment. This study found that [C8mim]BF4 had a high efficiency and selectivity for extracting PFS. Under the optimal extraction parameters, the yield of PFS was 7.38 mg\/g. Based on UHPLC-Q-Orbitrap MS, 39 prenylated flavonoids were identified in PFS freeze-dried powder, which showed strong anti-tumor activity. In addition, the potential mechanism of selective extraction was analyzed in depth. [C8mim]BF4 synergy ultrasound destroys the cell wall structure, making the active components in the cell more easily exposed to the extraction solvent. 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