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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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Carnosic Acid (Rosemary Diterpene Antioxidant · Nrf2 Activator · E392 Food Preservative)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Studied for neuroprotective and antioxidant properties via Nrf2 pathway activation.
Carnosic Acid (Rosemary Diterpene Antioxidant · Nrf2 Activator · E392 Food Preservative)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Studied for neuroprotective and antioxidant properties via Nrf2 pathway activation.
Tanshinone IIA (Danshen Diterpene Quinone · Cardiovascular · STAT3 Inhibitor · Anti-inflammatory)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Studied for cardiovascular protective and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tanshinone IIA (Danshen Diterpene Quinone · Cardiovascular · STAT3 Inhibitor · Anti-inflammatory)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Studied for cardiovascular protective and anti-inflammatory properties.
Boswellic Acid — AKBA (Triterpene Acid · 5-LOX Inhibitor · Arthritis · Anti-inflammatory)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Frankincense (Boswellia serrata). A 5-LOX inhibitor with well-documented anti-inflammatory activity.
Boswellic Acid — AKBA (Triterpene Acid · 5-LOX Inhibitor · Arthritis · Anti-inflammatory)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Frankincense (Boswellia serrata). A 5-LOX inhibitor with well-documented anti-inflammatory activity.
Bilobalide (Ginkgo Sesquiterpene Trilactone · Neuroprotective · GABA-A Modulator · Anti-ischaemic)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Trilactone (Unique Ginkgo sesquiterpene) from Ginkgo biloba (leaves; approximately 2.6% of total terpene). Studied for neuroprotective; gaba-a modulation; mitochondrial protection.
Bilobalide (Ginkgo Sesquiterpene Trilactone · Neuroprotective · GABA-A Modulator · Anti-ischaemic)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Trilactone (Unique Ginkgo sesquiterpene) from Ginkgo biloba (leaves; approximately 2.6% of total terpene). Studied for neuroprotective; gaba-a modulation; mitochondrial protection.
Ginkgolide B (Diterpene Lactone · PAF Antagonist · Anti-thrombotic · Ginkgo biloba)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba). Studied for platelet-activating factor (PAF) antagonism; the primary active ginkgolide contributing to Ginkgo extract's.
Ginkgolide B (Diterpene Lactone · PAF Antagonist · Anti-thrombotic · Ginkgo biloba)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba). Studied for platelet-activating factor (PAF) antagonism; the primary active ginkgolide contributing to Ginkgo extract's.
Beta-Caryophyllene (Sesquiterpene CB2 Agonist · Dietary Cannabinoid · Anti-inflammatory)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Black Pepper / Clove (Piper nigrum). A dietary CB2 receptor agonist studied for anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties without psychoactive effects.
Beta-Caryophyllene (Sesquiterpene CB2 Agonist · Dietary Cannabinoid · Anti-inflammatory)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Black Pepper / Clove (Piper nigrum). A dietary CB2 receptor agonist studied for anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties without psychoactive effects.
Parthenolide (Sesquiterpene Lactone · Migraine Prevention · NF-κB Inhibitor · LSC Targeting)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene Lactone) from Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium). Studied for NF-kB inhibition, anti-migraine, and potential leukaemia stem cell-targeting properties.
Parthenolide (Sesquiterpene Lactone · Migraine Prevention · NF-κB Inhibitor · LSC Targeting)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene Lactone) from Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium). Studied for NF-kB inhibition, anti-migraine, and potential leukaemia stem cell-targeting properties.
Gramine — Donaxine (Indole Mannich Base Alkaloid · Antifeedant · Vasoconstriction · Synthesis Intermediate)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Giant Reed (Arundo donax). A tryptamine-derived indole alkaloid studied for smooth muscle effects.
Gramine — Donaxine (Indole Mannich Base Alkaloid · Antifeedant · Vasoconstriction · Synthesis Intermediate)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Giant Reed (Arundo donax). A tryptamine-derived indole alkaloid studied for smooth muscle effects.
Aconitine (Diterpene Alkaloid · Na+ Channel Activator · Monkshood Toxin · Atish Extract)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum napellus). A potent sodium channel activator associated with severe neurotoxicity and cardiac arrhythmias at very low doses.
Aconitine (Diterpene Alkaloid · Na+ Channel Activator · Monkshood Toxin · Atish Extract)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum napellus). A potent sodium channel activator associated with severe neurotoxicity and cardiac arrhythmias at very low doses.
Pelletierine — Punicine (Pomegranate Root Bark Piperidine Alkaloid · Anthelmintic · Historical)
Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Studied for anthelmintic (parasite-expelling) properties; historically used in traditional medicine to address.
Pelletierine — Punicine (Pomegranate Root Bark Piperidine Alkaloid · Anthelmintic · Historical)
Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Studied for anthelmintic (parasite-expelling) properties; historically used in traditional medicine to address.
Anabasine — Neonicotine (Tobacco Pyridine-Piperidine Alkaloid · nAChR Agonist · Livestock Teratogen)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Tree Tobacco (Nicotiana glauca). A botanical nicotinic receptor agonist with insecticidal properties; associated with toxicity in mammals at higher doses.
Anabasine — Neonicotine (Tobacco Pyridine-Piperidine Alkaloid · nAChR Agonist · Livestock Teratogen)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Tree Tobacco (Nicotiana glauca). A botanical nicotinic receptor agonist with insecticidal properties; associated with toxicity in mammals at higher doses.
Narciclasine (Amaryllidaceae Lactam · Ribosome Inhibitor · Antiproliferative Research Lead)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Daffodil (Narcissus spp.). Studied for antiproliferative and antifungal properties in laboratory settings.
Narciclasine (Amaryllidaceae Lactam · Ribosome Inhibitor · Antiproliferative Research Lead)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Daffodil (Narcissus spp.). Studied for antiproliferative and antifungal properties in laboratory settings.
Lycorine (Amaryllidaceae Alkaloid · Antiviral · Antiproliferative · Daffodil Emetic)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Lycorine (Amaryllidaceae Alkaloid · Antiviral · Antiproliferative · Daffodil Emetic)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Mescaline (Phenethylamine Psychedelic · 5-HT2A Agonist · Peyote · Informational Reference)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Peyote / San Pedro (Lophophora williamsii). A phenethylamine psychedelic studied for interactions with serotonin receptors.
Mescaline (Phenethylamine Psychedelic · 5-HT2A Agonist · Peyote · Informational Reference)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Peyote / San Pedro (Lophophora williamsii). A phenethylamine psychedelic studied for interactions with serotonin receptors.
Tryptamine (Indole Biogenic Amine · MIA Biosynthetic Hub · TAAR1 Ligand · Informational)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Acacia / Mimosa (Acacia / Mimosa spp.). A trace biogenic amine and biosynthetic precursor to numerous psychoactive tryptamine alkaloids.
Tryptamine (Indole Biogenic Amine · MIA Biosynthetic Hub · TAAR1 Ligand · Informational)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Acacia / Mimosa (Acacia / Mimosa spp.). A trace biogenic amine and biosynthetic precursor to numerous psychoactive tryptamine alkaloids.
Coronaridine (Iboga-type Indole Alkaloid · 18-MC Anti-addiction Precursor · Voacanga)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). Studied for analgesic properties and potential to reduce addictive drug-seeking behaviour in animal models.
Coronaridine (Iboga-type Indole Alkaloid · 18-MC Anti-addiction Precursor · Voacanga)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). Studied for analgesic properties and potential to reduce addictive drug-seeking behaviour in animal models.
Voacangine (Iboga-type Indole Alkaloid · Ibogaine Precursor · Voacanga africana)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). A biosynthetic precursor used in the semi-synthesis of ibogaine and related anti-addiction compounds.
Voacangine (Iboga-type Indole Alkaloid · Ibogaine Precursor · Voacanga africana)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). A biosynthetic precursor used in the semi-synthesis of ibogaine and related anti-addiction compounds.
Hydrastine (Goldenseal Phthalideisoquinoline · Haemostatic · Berberine MDR Synergy)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for its astringent and haemostatic properties; may support mucosal tissue health at appropriate doses.
Hydrastine (Goldenseal Phthalideisoquinoline · Haemostatic · Berberine MDR Synergy)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for its astringent and haemostatic properties; may support mucosal tissue health at appropriate doses.
Sanguinarine (Benzophenanthridine Alkaloid · Antimicrobial · Oral Health History · Antiproliferative)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). Studied for antimicrobial and antiplaque properties at low concentrations; notable cytotoxicity limits internal use.
Sanguinarine (Benzophenanthridine Alkaloid · Antimicrobial · Oral Health History · Antiproliferative)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). Studied for antimicrobial and antiplaque properties at low concentrations; notable cytotoxicity limits internal use.
Emetine (Ipecac Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Emetic · Amoebicidal · Antiviral Research)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Ipecac (Cephaelis ipecacuanha). Historically used as an amoebicidal agent; at low doses acts as an expectorant. High doses are emetic. Subject to.
Emetine (Ipecac Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Emetic · Amoebicidal · Antiviral Research)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Ipecac (Cephaelis ipecacuanha). Historically used as an amoebicidal agent; at low doses acts as an expectorant. High doses are emetic. Subject to.
Brucine (Dimethoxystrychnine · Nux Vomica Indole Alkaloid · Anti-inflammatory · Glycine Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica). A highly toxic glycine receptor antagonist related to strychnine.
Brucine (Dimethoxystrychnine · Nux Vomica Indole Alkaloid · Anti-inflammatory · Glycine Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica). A highly toxic glycine receptor antagonist related to strychnine.
Strychnine (Strychnan Indole Alkaloid · Glycine Antagonist · Nux Vomica · Toxicological Reference)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica). A potent glycine antagonist causing CNS hyperexcitability; historically used in sub-toxic doses as a tonic. Associated.
Strychnine (Strychnan Indole Alkaloid · Glycine Antagonist · Nux Vomica · Toxicological Reference)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica). A potent glycine antagonist causing CNS hyperexcitability; historically used in sub-toxic doses as a tonic. Associated.
Methylliberine — Dynamine® (Purine Xanthine · Rapid CNS Stimulation · Adenosine Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Kucha Tea (Camellia assamica). Studied for rapid-onset CNS stimulation with a potentially lower cardiovascular burden than caffeine.
Methylliberine — Dynamine® (Purine Xanthine · Rapid CNS Stimulation · Adenosine Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Kucha Tea (Camellia assamica). Studied for rapid-onset CNS stimulation with a potentially lower cardiovascular burden than caffeine.
Theophylline (Purine Dimethylxanthine · Bronchodilator · PDE Inhibitor · Informational)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis). A clinically used bronchodilator for asthma and COPD management.
Theophylline (Purine Dimethylxanthine · Bronchodilator · PDE Inhibitor · Informational)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis). A clinically used bronchodilator for asthma and COPD management.
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