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.
HerbIQ - Compounds
Papain (Papaya Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Digestive Enzyme)
CAS No. 9001-73-4 Class Enzyme · Cysteine Endopeptidase (EC 3.4.22.2) · Plant Protease Source Carica papaya (Papaya) — unripe fruit latex (primary); leaves and stem also contain papain family proteases...
Papain (Papaya Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Digestive Enzyme)
CAS No. 9001-73-4 Class Enzyme · Cysteine Endopeptidase (EC 3.4.22.2) · Plant Protease Source Carica papaya (Papaya) — unripe fruit latex (primary); leaves and stem also contain papain family proteases...
Bromelain (Pineapple Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Systemic Enzyme)
CAS No. 9001-00-7 Class Enzyme · Cysteine Protease · Endopeptidase (EC 3.4.22.32 stem; 3.4.22.33 fruit) Source Ananas comosus (Pineapple) — stem (primary commercial source, higher activity) and fruit Claim strength...
Bromelain (Pineapple Protease · Cysteine Endopeptidase · Systemic Enzyme)
CAS No. 9001-00-7 Class Enzyme · Cysteine Protease · Endopeptidase (EC 3.4.22.32 stem; 3.4.22.33 fruit) Source Ananas comosus (Pineapple) — stem (primary commercial source, higher activity) and fruit Claim strength...