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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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Alpha-Humulen (Hopfen, monocyclisches Sesquiterpen · entzündungshemmend · Antitumor · Cannabis-Terpen)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Hops / Sage (Humulus lupulus). Studied for anti-inflammatory and potential appetite-suppressing properties.
Alpha-Humulen (Hopfen, monocyclisches Sesquiterpen · entzündungshemmend · Antitumor · Cannabis-Terpen)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Hops / Sage (Humulus lupulus). Studied for anti-inflammatory and potential appetite-suppressing properties.
Astragalosid IV (Cycloartan-Triterpen-Saponin · Telomerase-Aktivator · Immunstärkungsmittel · Huang Qi)
Terpenoid — Triterpene Saponin from Astragalus membranaceus (Huang Qi / Astragalus root). Studied for telomerase activator; immune modulation; adaptogenic; anti-ageing.
Astragalosid IV (Cycloartan-Triterpen-Saponin · Telomerase-Aktivator · Immunstärkungsmittel · Huang Qi)
Terpenoid — Triterpene Saponin from Astragalus membranaceus (Huang Qi / Astragalus root). Studied for telomerase activator; immune modulation; adaptogenic; anti-ageing.
Aconitin (Diterpen-Alkaloid · Na+-Kanal-Aktivator · Eisenhut-Toxin · Atish-Extrakt)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum napellus). A potent sodium channel activator associated with severe neurotoxicity and cardiac arrhythmias at very low doses.
Aconitin (Diterpen-Alkaloid · Na+-Kanal-Aktivator · Eisenhut-Toxin · Atish-Extrakt)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum napellus). A potent sodium channel activator associated with severe neurotoxicity and cardiac arrhythmias at very low doses.
Anabasin – Neonicotin (Tabak-Pyridin-Piperidin-Alkaloid · nAChR-Agonist · Teratogen für Nutztiere)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Tree Tobacco (Nicotiana glauca). A botanical nicotinic receptor agonist with insecticidal properties; associated with toxicity in mammals at higher doses.
Anabasin – Neonicotin (Tabak-Pyridin-Piperidin-Alkaloid · nAChR-Agonist · Teratogen für Nutztiere)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Tree Tobacco (Nicotiana glauca). A botanical nicotinic receptor agonist with insecticidal properties; associated with toxicity in mammals at higher doses.
Atropin (Tropan-Alkaloid · Anticholinergikum · Nervenkampfstoff-Antidot · Myopie-Kontrolle)
Alkaloid (Tropane) from Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna). A clinically established anticholinergic used medically as a pre-anaesthetic, antispasmodic.
Atropin (Tropan-Alkaloid · Anticholinergikum · Nervenkampfstoff-Antidot · Myopie-Kontrolle)
Alkaloid (Tropane) from Deadly Nightshade (Atropa belladonna). A clinically established anticholinergic used medically as a pre-anaesthetic, antispasmodic.
Anatabin (Tabak-Pyridin-Alkaloid · Entzündungshemmer · STAT3-Inhibitor · Anatabloc)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum). Studied for anti-inflammatory properties in preclinical models.
Anatabin (Tabak-Pyridin-Alkaloid · Entzündungshemmer · STAT3-Inhibitor · Anatabloc)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Tobacco (Nicotiana tabacum). Studied for anti-inflammatory properties in preclinical models.
Arecolin (Pyridinester-Alkaloid · Betelnuss · Orale Karzinogen · Information)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Betel Nut (Areca catechu). A muscarinic and nicotinic agonist producing CNS stimulation.
Arecolin (Pyridinester-Alkaloid · Betelnuss · Orale Karzinogen · Information)
Alkaloid (Pyridine) from Betel Nut (Areca catechu). A muscarinic and nicotinic agonist producing CNS stimulation.
Amygdalin — Laetril (cyanogenes Glykosid · HCN-Toxizität · Informationsreferenz)
Cyanogenic Glycoside from Bitter Almond (Prunus amygdalus). A cyanogenic diglycoside that releases hydrogen cyanide on hydrolysis.
Amygdalin — Laetril (cyanogenes Glykosid · HCN-Toxizität · Informationsreferenz)
Cyanogenic Glycoside from Bitter Almond (Prunus amygdalus). A cyanogenic diglycoside that releases hydrogen cyanide on hydrolysis.
Ajoen (Organoschwefel-Vinyldithiin · Thrombozytenaggregationshemmer · Antimykotikum · Anti-Leishmanial-Mittel)
Organosulfur (Vinyldithiin) from Garlic (Allium sativum). Studied for antiplatelet, antifungal, and potential antiproliferative properties.
Ajoen (Organoschwefel-Vinyldithiin · Thrombozytenaggregationshemmer · Antimykotikum · Anti-Leishmanial-Mittel)
Organosulfur (Vinyldithiin) from Garlic (Allium sativum). Studied for antiplatelet, antifungal, and potential antiproliferative properties.
Alliin (Cysteinsulfoxid · Allicin-Vorstufe im Knoblauch · Qualitätsmarker)
Organosulfur (Cysteine Sulfoxide) from Garlic (Allium sativum). The stable precursor to allicin in intact garlic cloves; studied for its own mild cardiovascular and antioxidant.
Alliin (Cysteinsulfoxid · Allicin-Vorstufe im Knoblauch · Qualitätsmarker)
Organosulfur (Cysteine Sulfoxide) from Garlic (Allium sativum). The stable precursor to allicin in intact garlic cloves; studied for its own mild cardiovascular and antioxidant.
Allicin (Organoschwefel-Thiosulfinat · Antimikrobiell · Kardiovaskulär · Aktiver Inhaltsstoff des Knoblauchs)
Organosulfur (Thiosulfinate) from Garlic (Allium sativum). Formed from alliin by alliinase when garlic tissue is disrupted.
Allicin (Organoschwefel-Thiosulfinat · Antimikrobiell · Kardiovaskulär · Aktiver Inhaltsstoff des Knoblauchs)
Organosulfur (Thiosulfinate) from Garlic (Allium sativum). Formed from alliin by alliinase when garlic tissue is disrupted.
Allylisothiocyanat — AITC (Aliphatisches Isothiocyanat · TRPA1-Agonist · Antimikrobiell · Senf)
Glucosinolate Hydrolysis Product (Isothiocyanate) from Black Mustard (Brassica nigra). The primary hydrolysis product of sinigrin; responsible for the pungency of mustard and wasabi. Studied for.
Allylisothiocyanat — AITC (Aliphatisches Isothiocyanat · TRPA1-Agonist · Antimikrobiell · Senf)
Glucosinolate Hydrolysis Product (Isothiocyanate) from Black Mustard (Brassica nigra). The primary hydrolysis product of sinigrin; responsible for the pungency of mustard and wasabi. Studied for.
Artemisinin – Qinghaosu (Sesquiterpen-Endoperoxid · Antimalariamittel · Antivirale Substanz)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene Lactone) from Sweet Wormwood (Artemisia annua). A Nobel Prize-recognised antimalarial; its endoperoxide bridge is activated by haem iron in Plasmodium parasites to.
Artemisinin – Qinghaosu (Sesquiterpen-Endoperoxid · Antimalariamittel · Antivirale Substanz)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene Lactone) from Sweet Wormwood (Artemisia annua). A Nobel Prize-recognised antimalarial; its endoperoxide bridge is activated by haem iron in Plasmodium parasites to.
Artabsin (Sesquiterpenlacton · Bittertonikum · Anthelminthisch · Antimikrobiell)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Lactone (Guaianolide) from Artemisia absinthium (wormwood). Studied for anthelmintic, bitter tonic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory.
Artabsin (Sesquiterpenlacton · Bittertonikum · Anthelminthisch · Antimikrobiell)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Lactone (Guaianolide) from Artemisia absinthium (wormwood). Studied for anthelmintic, bitter tonic, antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory.
Asiaticosid (Ursan-Triterpensaponin · Wundheilung · Kollagen · Venöse Insuffizienz)
Terpenoid (Triterpenoid Saponin) from Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica). The glycosylated form of asiatic acid; studied for wound healing and venous insufficiency support. The primary.
Asiaticosid (Ursan-Triterpensaponin · Wundheilung · Kollagen · Venöse Insuffizienz)
Terpenoid (Triterpenoid Saponin) from Gotu Kola (Centella asiatica). The glycosylated form of asiatic acid; studied for wound healing and venous insufficiency support. The primary.
Astragaloside (Cycloartan-Triterpen-Saponine · Telomerase-Aktivierung · Immunmodulatorisch)
Terpenoid — Cycloartane Triterpene Saponins from Astragalus membranaceus (Huang Qi, Milk Vetch root). Studied for immunomodulatory, adaptogenic, anti-ageing (telomerase activation).
Astragaloside (Cycloartan-Triterpen-Saponine · Telomerase-Aktivierung · Immunmodulatorisch)
Terpenoid — Cycloartane Triterpene Saponins from Astragalus membranaceus (Huang Qi, Milk Vetch root). Studied for immunomodulatory, adaptogenic, anti-ageing (telomerase activation).
Andrographolid (Diterpenlacton · Antiviral · Entzündungshemmend · Immunstimulierend)
Terpenoid (Diterpene Lactone) from King of Bitters (Andrographis paniculata). Studied for antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and immunostimulatory properties.
Andrographolid (Diterpenlacton · Antiviral · Entzündungshemmend · Immunstimulierend)
Terpenoid (Diterpene Lactone) from King of Bitters (Andrographis paniculata). Studied for antiviral, anti-inflammatory, and immunostimulatory properties.
Aucubin (Iridoidglykosid · Hepatoprotektiv · Entzündungshemmend · Neuroprotektiv)
Terpenoid (Iridoid) from Plantain (Plantago major). Studied for hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antiallergic properties.
Aucubin (Iridoidglykosid · Hepatoprotektiv · Entzündungshemmend · Neuroprotektiv)
Terpenoid (Iridoid) from Plantain (Plantago major). Studied for hepatoprotective, anti-inflammatory, and antiallergic properties.
Arctigenin (Dibenzylbutyrolacton-Lignan · Antiviral · Entzündungshemmend)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Burdock (Arctium lappa). Studied for thermogenic, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Arctigenin (Dibenzylbutyrolacton-Lignan · Antiviral · Entzündungshemmend)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Burdock (Arctium lappa). Studied for thermogenic, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Aspalathin (Dihydrochalcon-C-Glycosid · Antidiabetikum · Kardioprotektivum)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis). A unique South African plant polyphenol; studied for antidiabetic, cardioprotective.
Aspalathin (Dihydrochalcon-C-Glycosid · Antidiabetikum · Kardioprotektivum)
Polyphenol (Dihydrochalcone) from Rooibos (Aspalathus linearis). A unique South African plant polyphenol; studied for antidiabetic, cardioprotective.
Ampelopsin (Dihydromyricetin · Leberschützend · Alkoholstoffwechsel)
Polyphenol (Flavanonol) from Vine Tea (Ampelopsis grossedentata). Studied for hepatoprotective properties and support for alcohol metabolism.
Ampelopsin (Dihydromyricetin · Leberschützend · Alkoholstoffwechsel)
Polyphenol (Flavanonol) from Vine Tea (Ampelopsis grossedentata). Studied for hepatoprotective properties and support for alcohol metabolism.
Acacetin (Flavon · Antiarrhythmikum · Entzündungshemmend)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia). Studied for antiarrhythmic and anti-inflammatory properties; may contribute to the stabilisation of cardiac electrical.
Acacetin (Flavon · Antiarrhythmikum · Entzündungshemmend)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Black Locust (Robinia pseudoacacia). Studied for antiarrhythmic and anti-inflammatory properties; may contribute to the stabilisation of cardiac electrical.
Apigenin (Kamillenflavon · Anxiolytikum · GABA-A-Modulator)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Studied for mild anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and potential neuroprotective properties.
Apigenin (Kamillenflavon · Anxiolytikum · GABA-A-Modulator)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Parsley (Petroselinum crispum). Studied for mild anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and potential neuroprotective properties.
Alginsäure (Alginat · Marines Polysaccharid · Refluxbarriere-Faser)
Polysaccharide · Anionic Linear Polysaccharide · Uronic Acid Polymer from Macrocystis pyrifera (Giant kelp) — cell wall. Claim strength: Moderate.
Alginsäure (Alginat · Marines Polysaccharid · Refluxbarriere-Faser)
Polysaccharide · Anionic Linear Polysaccharide · Uronic Acid Polymer from Macrocystis pyrifera (Giant kelp) — cell wall. Claim strength: Moderate.
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