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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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Carnosolsäure (Rosmarin-Diterpen-Antioxidans · Nrf2-Aktivator · Lebensmittelkonservierungsstoff E392)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Studied for neuroprotective and antioxidant properties via Nrf2 pathway activation.
Carnosolsäure (Rosmarin-Diterpen-Antioxidans · Nrf2-Aktivator · Lebensmittelkonservierungsstoff E392)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Studied for neuroprotective and antioxidant properties via Nrf2 pathway activation.
Tanshinon IIA (Danshen-Diterpen-Chinon · Kardiovaskulär · STAT3-Inhibitor · Entzündungshemmend)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Studied for cardiovascular protective and anti-inflammatory properties.
Tanshinon IIA (Danshen-Diterpen-Chinon · Kardiovaskulär · STAT3-Inhibitor · Entzündungshemmend)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Danshen (Salvia miltiorrhiza). Studied for cardiovascular protective and anti-inflammatory properties.
Boswelliasäure — AKBA (Triterpensäure · 5-LOX-Hemmer · Arthritis · Entzündungshemmend)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Frankincense (Boswellia serrata). A 5-LOX inhibitor with well-documented anti-inflammatory activity.
Boswelliasäure — AKBA (Triterpensäure · 5-LOX-Hemmer · Arthritis · Entzündungshemmend)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Frankincense (Boswellia serrata). A 5-LOX inhibitor with well-documented anti-inflammatory activity.
Bilobalid (Ginkgo-Sesquiterpentrilacton · Neuroprotektiv · GABA-A-Modulator · Antiischämisch)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Trilactone (Unique Ginkgo sesquiterpene) from Ginkgo biloba (leaves; approximately 2.6% of total terpene). Studied for neuroprotective; gaba-a modulation; mitochondrial protection.
Bilobalid (Ginkgo-Sesquiterpentrilacton · Neuroprotektiv · GABA-A-Modulator · Antiischämisch)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Trilactone (Unique Ginkgo sesquiterpene) from Ginkgo biloba (leaves; approximately 2.6% of total terpene). Studied for neuroprotective; gaba-a modulation; mitochondrial protection.
Ginkgolid B (Diterpenlacton · PAF-Antagonist · Antithrombotikum · Ginkgo biloba)
Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba). Studied for platelet-activating factor (PAF) antagonism; the primary active ginkgolide contributing to Ginkgo extract's.
Ginkgolid B (Diterpenlacton · PAF-Antagonist · Antithrombotikum · 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-Caryophyllen (Sesquiterpen-CB2-Agonist · Nahrungs-Cannabinoid · Antiinflammatorisch)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Black Pepper / Clove (Piper nigrum). A dietary CB2 receptor agonist studied for anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties without psychoactive effects.
Beta-Caryophyllen (Sesquiterpen-CB2-Agonist · Nahrungs-Cannabinoid · Antiinflammatorisch)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Black Pepper / Clove (Piper nigrum). A dietary CB2 receptor agonist studied for anti-inflammatory and analgesic properties without psychoactive effects.
Parthenolid (Sesquiterpenlacton · Migräneprophylaxe · 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.
Parthenolid (Sesquiterpenlacton · Migräneprophylaxe · 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.
Gramin — Donaxin (Indol-Mannich-Basen-Alkaloid · Antifeedant · Vasokonstriktion · Synthese-Zwischenprodukt)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Giant Reed (Arundo donax). A tryptamine-derived indole alkaloid studied for smooth muscle effects.
Gramin — Donaxin (Indol-Mannich-Basen-Alkaloid · Antifeedant · Vasokonstriktion · Synthese-Zwischenprodukt)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Giant Reed (Arundo donax). A tryptamine-derived indole alkaloid studied for smooth muscle effects.
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.
Pelletierin – Punicin (Piperidinalkaloid aus der Granatapfelwurzelrinde · Anthelminthikum · Historisch)
Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Studied for anthelmintic (parasite-expelling) properties; historically used in traditional medicine to address.
Pelletierin – Punicin (Piperidinalkaloid aus der Granatapfelwurzelrinde · Anthelminthikum · Historisch)
Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Studied for anthelmintic (parasite-expelling) properties; historically used in traditional medicine to address.
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.
Narciclasin (Amaryllidaceae-Lactam · Ribosomeninhibitor · Antiproliferativer Forschungswirkstoff)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Daffodil (Narcissus spp.). Studied for antiproliferative and antifungal properties in laboratory settings.
Narciclasin (Amaryllidaceae-Lactam · Ribosomeninhibitor · Antiproliferativer Forschungswirkstoff)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Daffodil (Narcissus spp.). Studied for antiproliferative and antifungal properties in laboratory settings.
Lycorin (Amaryllidaceen-Alkaloid · Antiviral · Antiproliferativ · Narzissen-Brechmittel)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Lycorin (Amaryllidaceen-Alkaloid · Antiviral · Antiproliferativ · Narzissen-Brechmittel)
Alkaloid (Amaryllidaceae) from Spider Lily (Lycoris radiata). Studied for emetic, antiviral, and antiproliferative properties in preclinical models.
Meskalin (Phenethylamin-Psychedelikum · 5-HT2A-Agonist · Peyote · Informationsreferenz)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Peyote / San Pedro (Lophophora williamsii). A phenethylamine psychedelic studied for interactions with serotonin receptors.
Meskalin (Phenethylamin-Psychedelikum · 5-HT2A-Agonist · Peyote · Informationsreferenz)
Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Peyote / San Pedro (Lophophora williamsii). A phenethylamine psychedelic studied for interactions with serotonin receptors.
Tryptamin (Indol-biogenes Amin · MIA-Biosynthese-Hub · TAAR1-Ligand · Informationell)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Acacia / Mimosa (Acacia / Mimosa spp.). A trace biogenic amine and biosynthetic precursor to numerous psychoactive tryptamine alkaloids.
Tryptamin (Indol-biogenes Amin · MIA-Biosynthese-Hub · TAAR1-Ligand · Informationell)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Acacia / Mimosa (Acacia / Mimosa spp.). A trace biogenic amine and biosynthetic precursor to numerous psychoactive tryptamine alkaloids.
Coronaridin (Indolalkaloid vom Iboga-Typ · 18-MC Anti-Sucht-Vorstufe · Voacanga)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). Studied for analgesic properties and potential to reduce addictive drug-seeking behaviour in animal models.
Coronaridin (Indolalkaloid vom Iboga-Typ · 18-MC Anti-Sucht-Vorstufe · Voacanga)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). Studied for analgesic properties and potential to reduce addictive drug-seeking behaviour in animal models.
Voacangin (Indolalkaloid vom Iboga-Typ · Vorläufer von Ibogain · Voacanga africana)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). A biosynthetic precursor used in the semi-synthesis of ibogaine and related anti-addiction compounds.
Voacangin (Indolalkaloid vom Iboga-Typ · Vorläufer von Ibogain · Voacanga africana)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). A biosynthetic precursor used in the semi-synthesis of ibogaine and related anti-addiction compounds.
Hydrastin (Hydrastis-Phthalidisochinolin · Hämostatisch · Berberin-MDR-Synergie)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for its astringent and haemostatic properties; may support mucosal tissue health at appropriate doses.
Hydrastin (Hydrastis-Phthalidisochinolin · Hämostatisch · Berberin-MDR-Synergie)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for its astringent and haemostatic properties; may support mucosal tissue health at appropriate doses.
Sanguinarin (Benzophenanthridin-Alkaloid · Antimikrobiell · Geschichte der Mundgesundheit · Antiproliferativ)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). Studied for antimicrobial and antiplaque properties at low concentrations; notable cytotoxicity limits internal use.
Sanguinarin (Benzophenanthridin-Alkaloid · Antimikrobiell · Geschichte der Mundgesundheit · Antiproliferativ)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Bloodroot (Sanguinaria canadensis). Studied for antimicrobial and antiplaque properties at low concentrations; notable cytotoxicity limits internal use.
Emetin (Ipecac-Isochinolin-Alkaloid · Brechmittel · Amöbizid · Antivirale Forschung)
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.
Emetin (Ipecac-Isochinolin-Alkaloid · Brechmittel · Amöbizid · Antivirale Forschung)
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.
Brucin (Dimethoxystrychnin · Nux Vomica Indolalkaloid · entzündungshemmend · Glycin-Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica). A highly toxic glycine receptor antagonist related to strychnine.
Brucin (Dimethoxystrychnin · Nux Vomica Indolalkaloid · entzündungshemmend · Glycin-Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Strychnine Tree (Strychnos nux-vomica). A highly toxic glycine receptor antagonist related to strychnine.
Strychnin (Strychnan-Indolalkaloid · Glycinantagonist · Brechnuss · Toxikologische Referenz)
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.
Strychnin (Strychnan-Indolalkaloid · Glycinantagonist · Brechnuss · Toxikologische Referenz)
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.
Methylliberin — Dynamine® (Purin-Xanthin · Schnelle ZNS-Stimulation · Adenosin-Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Kucha Tea (Camellia assamica). Studied for rapid-onset CNS stimulation with a potentially lower cardiovascular burden than caffeine.
Methylliberin — Dynamine® (Purin-Xanthin · Schnelle ZNS-Stimulation · Adenosin-Antagonist)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Kucha Tea (Camellia assamica). Studied for rapid-onset CNS stimulation with a potentially lower cardiovascular burden than caffeine.
Theophyllin (Purindimethylxanthin · Bronchodilatator · PDE-Hemmer · Informationell)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis). A clinically used bronchodilator for asthma and COPD management.
Theophyllin (Purindimethylxanthin · Bronchodilatator · PDE-Hemmer · Informationell)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Tea Plant (Camellia sinensis). A clinically used bronchodilator for asthma and COPD management.
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