HerbIQ Reference Library / Compound Monographs
Active Compound Monographs
Dedicated technical dossiers detailing the molecular profile and evidence weight of individual plant bioactives
Where the Active Compound Index provides a high-level master matrix of the plant kingdom, these Compound Monographs serve as our definitive, independent deep dives. Each entry functions as a standalone scientific reference record—drilling past the surface to map out exact chemical identities, verified CAS numbers, and botanical source biologies with strict clinical objectivity.
Built specifically for product formulators, R&D teams, and researchers, this compendium translates raw plant chemistry into actionable data. Explore the individual monographs below to examine the detailed molecular structures and honest empirical data powering high-performance botanical nutrition.
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Pseudoephedrine (Protoalkaloid · OTC Decongestant · Meth Precursor · Informational)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica). A clinically used nasal decongestant that acts as a vasoconstrictive sympathomimetic.
Pseudoephedrine (Protoalkaloid · OTC Decongestant · Meth Precursor · Informational)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Ma Huang (Ephedra sinica). A clinically used nasal decongestant that acts as a vasoconstrictive sympathomimetic.
Piperlongumine — Piplartine (Pyridone Alkaloid · Selective Anticancer · GSTP1 Inhibitor)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Long Pepper (Piper longum). Studied for selective antiproliferative effects on cancer cells via oxidative stress induction.
Piperlongumine — Piplartine (Pyridone Alkaloid · Selective Anticancer · GSTP1 Inhibitor)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Long Pepper (Piper longum). Studied for selective antiproliferative effects on cancer cells via oxidative stress induction.
Piperine (Piperidine Amide · Bioavailability Enhancer · BioPerine · Thermogenic)
Alkaloid-related (Amide) from Black Pepper (Piper nigrum). A well-documented bioavailability enhancer; inhibits CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein to significantly increase absorption of.
Piperine (Piperidine Amide · Bioavailability Enhancer · BioPerine · Thermogenic)
Alkaloid-related (Amide) from Black Pepper (Piper nigrum). A well-documented bioavailability enhancer; inhibits CYP3A4 and P-glycoprotein to significantly increase absorption of.
Peiminine — Isopeimine (Steroidal Alkaloid · Fritillaria · Antitussive · AChE Inhibitory)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for anti-inflammatory and antitussive properties; may support soothing of throat mucosal irritation.
Peiminine — Isopeimine (Steroidal Alkaloid · Fritillaria · Antitussive · AChE Inhibitory)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for anti-inflammatory and antitussive properties; may support soothing of throat mucosal irritation.
Peimine — Verticine (Steroidal Alkaloid · Fritillaria · Antitussive · TCM Respiratory)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for expectorant and mucolytic properties; supports the traditional use of Fritillary bulb in respiratory.
Peimine — Verticine (Steroidal Alkaloid · Fritillaria · Antitussive · TCM Respiratory)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria thunbergii). Studied for expectorant and mucolytic properties; supports the traditional use of Fritillary bulb in respiratory.
Phenethyl Isothiocyanate — PEITC (Aromatic Isothiocyanate · Carcinogen Detox · STAT3 Inhibition)
Glucosinolate Hydrolysis Product (Isothiocyanate) from Watercress (Nasturtium officinale). The isothiocyanate from gluconasturtiin hydrolysis; studied for glutathione induction, detoxification support.
Phenethyl Isothiocyanate — PEITC (Aromatic Isothiocyanate · Carcinogen Detox · STAT3 Inhibition)
Glucosinolate Hydrolysis Product (Isothiocyanate) from Watercress (Nasturtium officinale). The isothiocyanate from gluconasturtiin hydrolysis; studied for glutathione induction, detoxification support.
Phytol (Acyclic Diterpene Alcohol · Chlorophyll Side Chain · Anti-inflammatory · Anxiolytic)
Terpenoid — Acyclic Diterpene Alcohol (Phytane skeleton) from Chlorophyll (all green plants) — released by hydrolysis. Studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anxiolytic, geranylgeraniol precursor.
Phytol (Acyclic Diterpene Alcohol · Chlorophyll Side Chain · Anti-inflammatory · Anxiolytic)
Terpenoid — Acyclic Diterpene Alcohol (Phytane skeleton) from Chlorophyll (all green plants) — released by hydrolysis. Studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anxiolytic, geranylgeraniol precursor.
Patchouli Alcohol — Patchoulol (Sesquiterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Antidepressant · Anti-obesity)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol (Patchoulane skeleton) from Pogostemon cablin (patchouli, leaves). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidepressant, anti-obesity.
Patchouli Alcohol — Patchoulol (Sesquiterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Antidepressant · Anti-obesity)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol (Patchoulane skeleton) from Pogostemon cablin (patchouli, leaves). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, antidepressant, anti-obesity.
Paraxanthine (1,7-Dimethylxanthine · Caffeine Primary Metabolite · Cognitive Performance · enfinity®)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). The primary human metabolic product of caffeine; studied for lipolytic and muscular endurance-enhancing properties.
Paraxanthine (1,7-Dimethylxanthine · Caffeine Primary Metabolite · Cognitive Performance · enfinity®)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). The primary human metabolic product of caffeine; studied for lipolytic and muscular endurance-enhancing properties.
Protopine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Antispasmodic · Biliary · Anxiolytic)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis). Studied for antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle; may contribute to the digestive-soothing properties of fumitory.
Protopine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Antispasmodic · Biliary · Anxiolytic)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis). Studied for antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle; may contribute to the digestive-soothing properties of fumitory.
Palmatine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Sedative · Antimicrobial)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense). Studied for antimicrobial and blood glucose-supporting properties; closely related structurally to berberine.
Palmatine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Sedative · Antimicrobial)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense). Studied for antimicrobial and blood glucose-supporting properties; closely related structurally to berberine.
Protocatechuic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Neuroprotective · Antioxidant)
Polyphenol (Hydroxybenzoic Acid) from Acai (Euterpe oleracea). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential cardioprotective properties.
Protocatechuic Acid (Hydroxybenzoic Acid · Neuroprotective · Antioxidant)
Polyphenol (Hydroxybenzoic Acid) from Acai (Euterpe oleracea). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential cardioprotective properties.
Punicalagin (Ellagitannin · Antioxidant · Gut Health · Urolithin Precursor)
Polyphenol (Ellagitannin) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). The most abundant ellagitannin in pomegranate; studied for potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Punicalagin (Ellagitannin · Antioxidant · Gut Health · Urolithin Precursor)
Polyphenol (Ellagitannin) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). The most abundant ellagitannin in pomegranate; studied for potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
p-Coumaric Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea). Studied for antioxidant and potential anti-atherosclerotic properties.
p-Coumaric Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea). Studied for antioxidant and potential anti-atherosclerotic properties.
Piceatannol (Stilbene · Anti-adipogenic · Skin Brightening)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis). A hydroxylated resveratrol metabolite with higher potency; studied for anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative.
Piceatannol (Stilbene · Anti-adipogenic · Skin Brightening)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Passion Fruit (Passiflora edulis). A hydroxylated resveratrol metabolite with higher potency; studied for anti-inflammatory, antiproliferative.
Pterostilbene (Stilbene · Cognitive Function · Lipid Metabolism)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum). A dimethylated resveratrol analog with significantly improved oral bioavailability.
Pterostilbene (Stilbene · Cognitive Function · Lipid Metabolism)
Polyphenol (Stilbene) from Blueberry (Vaccinium corymbosum). A dimethylated resveratrol analog with significantly improved oral bioavailability.
Petunidin (Anthocyanidin · Antioxidant · Cardiovascular)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Black Currant (Ribes nigrum). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the cardiovascular and cognitive health.
Petunidin (Anthocyanidin · Antioxidant · Cardiovascular)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Black Currant (Ribes nigrum). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the cardiovascular and cognitive health.
Peonidin (Anthocyanidin · Antioxidant · Urinary Tract Health)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the urinary tract health-supportive profile of.
Peonidin (Anthocyanidin · Antioxidant · Urinary Tract Health)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Cranberry (Vaccinium oxycoccos). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; contributes to the urinary tract health-supportive profile of.
Pelargonidin (Anthocyanidin · Vascular Health · Urinary Tract)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). A dietary anthocyanidin studied for anti-inflammatory and vascular health-supportive properties.
Pelargonidin (Anthocyanidin · Vascular Health · Urinary Tract)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Strawberry (Fragaria ananassa). A dietary anthocyanidin studied for anti-inflammatory and vascular health-supportive properties.
Phloridzin (Dihydrochalcone Glycoside · SGLT Inhibition · Blood Glucose)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for SGLT inhibition and blood glucose-lowering effects.
Phloridzin (Dihydrochalcone Glycoside · SGLT Inhibition · Blood Glucose)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for SGLT inhibition and blood glucose-lowering effects.
Phloretin (Dihydrochalcone · GLUT Inhibitor · Antioxidant · Skin)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential insulin-sensitising properties.
Phloretin (Dihydrochalcone · GLUT Inhibitor · Antioxidant · Skin)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Apple (Malus domestica). Studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential insulin-sensitising properties.
Puerarin (Daidzein-8-C-Glucoside · Cardiovascular · Cerebrovascular)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone C-Glycoside) from Kudzu (Pueraria lobata). Studied for cardiovascular benefits including improved cerebral blood flow and potential reduction of alcohol-seeking.
Puerarin (Daidzein-8-C-Glucoside · Cardiovascular · Cerebrovascular)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone C-Glycoside) from Kudzu (Pueraria lobata). Studied for cardiovascular benefits including improved cerebral blood flow and potential reduction of alcohol-seeking.
Procyanidin B2 (OPC Dimer · Vasodilatory · Skin Elasticity)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Cocoa (Theobroma cacao). Studied for vasodilatory, skin elasticity-supporting, and antioxidant properties.
Procyanidin B2 (OPC Dimer · Vasodilatory · Skin Elasticity)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Cocoa (Theobroma cacao). Studied for vasodilatory, skin elasticity-supporting, and antioxidant properties.
Procyanidins (OPCs · Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins · Cardiovascular · Skin)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Grape Seed / Apple (Vitis vinifera / Malus domestica). A class of condensed tannins studied extensively for cardiovascular, skin, and antioxidant support.
Procyanidins (OPCs · Oligomeric Proanthocyanidins · Cardiovascular · Skin)
Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Grape Seed / Apple (Vitis vinifera / Malus domestica). A class of condensed tannins studied extensively for cardiovascular, skin, and antioxidant support.
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