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
Neferine (Bisbenzylisoquinoline Alkaloid · Cardiac Protective · Autophagy)
Compound Neferine Chemical class Alkaloid — Isoquinoline (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) CAS 2292-16-2 Primary source Nelumbo nucifera (sacred lotus seed embryo / Lian Xin) Key applications Cardiac protective, antitumour, autophagy induction, anti-arrhythmic Claim...
Neferine (Bisbenzylisoquinoline Alkaloid · Cardiac Protective · Autophagy)
Compound Neferine Chemical class Alkaloid — Isoquinoline (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) CAS 2292-16-2 Primary source Nelumbo nucifera (sacred lotus seed embryo / Lian Xin) Key applications Cardiac protective, antitumour, autophagy induction, anti-arrhythmic Claim...
Nuciferine (Aporphine Alkaloid · D2 Partial Agonist · Anti-obesity)
Compound Nuciferine Chemical class Alkaloid — Isoquinoline (Aporphine) CAS 475-83-2 Primary source Nelumbo nucifera (sacred lotus leaf and seed embryo) Key applications Dopamine receptor modulation, anti-obesity, sedative, anti-arrhythmic Claim strength...
Nuciferine (Aporphine Alkaloid · D2 Partial Agonist · Anti-obesity)
Compound Nuciferine Chemical class Alkaloid — Isoquinoline (Aporphine) CAS 475-83-2 Primary source Nelumbo nucifera (sacred lotus leaf and seed embryo) Key applications Dopamine receptor modulation, anti-obesity, sedative, anti-arrhythmic Claim strength...
Rauwolscine — Alpha-Yohimbine (Yohimban Alkaloid · High-Potency Alpha-2 Antagonist)
Compound Rauwolscine (Alpha-Yohimbine) Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Yohimban; Yohimbine C-3 Epimer) CAS 131-03-3 Primary source Rauwolfia serpentina (Indian snakeroot / sarpagandha), Pausinystalia johimbe Key applications Alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist (high...
Rauwolscine — Alpha-Yohimbine (Yohimban Alkaloid · High-Potency Alpha-2 Antagonist)
Compound Rauwolscine (Alpha-Yohimbine) Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Yohimban; Yohimbine C-3 Epimer) CAS 131-03-3 Primary source Rauwolfia serpentina (Indian snakeroot / sarpagandha), Pausinystalia johimbe Key applications Alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist (high...
Corynanthine (Yohimban Alkaloid · Alpha-2 Partial Agonist · Yohimbe Co-alkaloid)
Compound Corynanthine Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Yohimban; Yohimbine Diastereomer) CAS 483-10-3 Primary source Pausinystalia johimbe (yohimbe bark), Rauwolfia spp. Key applications Alpha-2 adrenoceptor partial agonist (opposite to yohimbine), antihypertensive...
Corynanthine (Yohimban Alkaloid · Alpha-2 Partial Agonist · Yohimbe Co-alkaloid)
Compound Corynanthine Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Yohimban; Yohimbine Diastereomer) CAS 483-10-3 Primary source Pausinystalia johimbe (yohimbe bark), Rauwolfia spp. Key applications Alpha-2 adrenoceptor partial agonist (opposite to yohimbine), antihypertensive...
Yohimbine (Yohimban Alkaloid · Alpha-2 Antagonist · Fat Loss)
Compound Yohimbine Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Yohimban; Corynane-type) CAS 146-48-5 Primary source Pausinystalia johimbe (yohimbe bark, Central/West Africa) Key applications Alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist, fat loss, erectile function, athletic performance...
Yohimbine (Yohimban Alkaloid · Alpha-2 Antagonist · Fat Loss)
Compound Yohimbine Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Yohimban; Corynane-type) CAS 146-48-5 Primary source Pausinystalia johimbe (yohimbe bark, Central/West Africa) Key applications Alpha-2 adrenoceptor antagonist, fat loss, erectile function, athletic performance...
Rhynchophylline (Oxindole Alkaloid · Antihypertensive · NMDA Antagonist)
Compound Rhynchophylline Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Tetracyclic Oxindole Alkaloid) CAS 76-66-4 Primary source Uncaria rhynchophylla (Gou Teng / cat claw vine), Uncaria tomentosa (cat’s claw) Key applications Neuroprotective, antihypertensive,...
Rhynchophylline (Oxindole Alkaloid · Antihypertensive · NMDA Antagonist)
Compound Rhynchophylline Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Tetracyclic Oxindole Alkaloid) CAS 76-66-4 Primary source Uncaria rhynchophylla (Gou Teng / cat claw vine), Uncaria tomentosa (cat’s claw) Key applications Neuroprotective, antihypertensive,...
Harmaline (Dihydro-Beta-Carboline · MAO-A Inhibitor · Tremor Research)
Compound Harmaline Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Dihydro-β-Carboline; Harmala Alkaloid) CAS 304-21-2 Primary source Peganum harmala (Syrian rue), Banisteriopsis caapi (ayahuasca vine) Key applications MAO-A inhibitor, tremor modulation (essential tremor),...
Harmaline (Dihydro-Beta-Carboline · MAO-A Inhibitor · Tremor Research)
Compound Harmaline Chemical class Alkaloid — Indole (Dihydro-β-Carboline; Harmala Alkaloid) CAS 304-21-2 Primary source Peganum harmala (Syrian rue), Banisteriopsis caapi (ayahuasca vine) Key applications MAO-A inhibitor, tremor modulation (essential tremor),...
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