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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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Condrocurarina (Bisbencilisoquinolina · Bloqueador Neuromuscular · Curare de Referencia)

Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Curare Vine (Chondrodendron tomentosum). A potent neuromuscular blocking alkaloid; associated with respiratory paralysis. Documented for toxicological and.

Condrocurarina (Bisbencilisoquinolina · Bloqueador Neuromuscular · Curare de Referencia)

Alkaloid (Bisbenzylisoquinoline) from Curare Vine (Chondrodendron tomentosum). A potent neuromuscular blocking alkaloid; associated with respiratory paralysis. Documented for toxicological and.

Criptopina (Alcaloide isoquinolínico · Sedante · Referencia menor del opio)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor opium alkaloid that may contribute mild sedative and cardiac slowing effects at high doses.

Criptopina (Alcaloide isoquinolínico · Sedante · Referencia menor del opio)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor opium alkaloid that may contribute mild sedative and cardiac slowing effects at high doses.

Cucurbitacina B (Triterpeno Cucurbitano · Inhibidor de JAK-STAT3 · Coloquíntida · Indrayan)

Terpenoid — Triterpene (Cucurbitane-type tetracyclic) from Citrullus colocynthis (colocynth / bitter apple, fruit). Studied for jak-stat3 inhibitor (anticancer); anti-inflammatory.

Cucurbitacina B (Triterpeno Cucurbitano · Inhibidor de JAK-STAT3 · Coloquíntida · Indrayan)

Terpenoid — Triterpene (Cucurbitane-type tetracyclic) from Citrullus colocynthis (colocynth / bitter apple, fruit). Studied for jak-stat3 inhibitor (anticancer); anti-inflammatory.

Cedrol (Alcohol sesquiterpénico de cedro · Sedante · Modulador GABA-A · Repelente de insectos)

Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol from Cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedar, wood essential oil). Studied for sedative/anxiolytic (aromatherapy; gaba potentiation).

Cedrol (Alcohol sesquiterpénico de cedro · Sedante · Modulador GABA-A · Repelente de insectos)

Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol from Cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedar, wood essential oil). Studied for sedative/anxiolytic (aromatherapy; gaba potentiation).

Campesterol (C28 Fitoesterol · Reduce el colesterol · Precursor de brasinoesteroides)

Terpenoid (Phytosterol) from Canola / Mustard (Brassica napus). A phytosterol that may contribute synergistically to healthy cholesterol management when consumed as part of a.

Campesterol (C28 Fitoesterol · Reduce el colesterol · Precursor de brasinoesteroides)

Terpenoid (Phytosterol) from Canola / Mustard (Brassica napus). A phytosterol that may contribute synergistically to healthy cholesterol management when consumed as part of a.

Capsantina (Xantofila de pimiento rojo · Colorante E160c pimentón · Eleva el HDL · Antioxidante)

Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Paprika / Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum). The primary carotenoid pigment of red peppers; studied for HDL-raising and potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

Capsantina (Xantofila de pimiento rojo · Colorante E160c pimentón · Eleva el HDL · Antioxidante)

Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Paprika / Bell Pepper (Capsicum annuum). The primary carotenoid pigment of red peppers; studied for HDL-raising and potential antioxidant and anti-inflammatory.

Charantina (Saponina esteroidea de melón amargo · Antidiabético · Insulinomimético · Karela)

Terpenoid — Steroidal Saponin (Cucurbitane-type mixed steroid saponin) from Momordica charantia (bitter melon / bitter gourd / karela). Studied for antidiabetic; insulin-mimetic; glucose uptake enhancement.

Charantina (Saponina esteroidea de melón amargo · Antidiabético · Insulinomimético · Karela)

Terpenoid — Steroidal Saponin (Cucurbitane-type mixed steroid saponin) from Momordica charantia (bitter melon / bitter gourd / karela). Studied for antidiabetic; insulin-mimetic; glucose uptake enhancement.

Cafestol (Diterpeno del café · Aumenta el LDL · Hepatoprotector · Neuroprotector)

Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). Studied for hepatoprotective, antioxidant, and potential cancer chemopreventive properties.

Cafestol (Diterpeno del café · Aumenta el LDL · Hepatoprotector · Neuroprotector)

Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). Studied for hepatoprotective, antioxidant, and potential cancer chemopreventive properties.

Crocina (carotenoide hidrosoluble del azafrán · Antidepresivo · Neuroprotector · DMAE)

Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Saffron (Crocus sativus). The primary pigment of saffron; studied for neuroprotective, antidepressant.

Crocina (carotenoide hidrosoluble del azafrán · Antidepresivo · Neuroprotector · DMAE)

Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Saffron (Crocus sativus). The primary pigment of saffron; studied for neuroprotective, antidepressant.

Ácido carnósico (Antioxidante diterpénico del romero · Activador de Nrf2 · Conservante alimentario E392)

Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Studied for neuroprotective and antioxidant properties via Nrf2 pathway activation.

Ácido carnósico (Antioxidante diterpénico del romero · Activador de Nrf2 · Conservante alimentario E392)

Terpenoid (Diterpene) from Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis). Studied for neuroprotective and antioxidant properties via Nrf2 pathway activation.

Coronaridina (Alcaloide Indólico de Tipo Iboga · Precursor Antiadicción 18-MC · Voacanga)

Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). Studied for analgesic properties and potential to reduce addictive drug-seeking behaviour in animal models.

Coronaridina (Alcaloide Indólico de Tipo Iboga · Precursor Antiadicción 18-MC · Voacanga)

Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). Studied for analgesic properties and potential to reduce addictive drug-seeking behaviour in animal models.

Calistegina A3 (Nortropano Polihidroxilado · Inhibidor de Glicosidasas · Alcaloide Dietético)

Alkaloid — Tropane (Polyhydroxylated tropane; nortropane calystegine) from Solanum tuberosum (potato roots and tubers). Studied for glycosidase inhibitor, plant defence metabolite.

Calistegina A3 (Nortropano Polihidroxilado · Inhibidor de Glicosidasas · Alcaloide Dietético)

Alkaloid — Tropane (Polyhydroxylated tropane; nortropane calystegine) from Solanum tuberosum (potato roots and tubers). Studied for glycosidase inhibitor, plant defence metabolite.

Cocaína (Alcaloide tropano · Inhibidor de la recaptación de dopamina · Anestésico local · Informacional)

Alkaloid (Tropane) from Coca (Erythroxylum coca). A potent local anaesthetic and sympathomimetic; the first clinically used local anaesthetic. Associated with.

Cocaína (Alcaloide tropano · Inhibidor de la recaptación de dopamina · Anestésico local · Informacional)

Alkaloid (Tropane) from Coca (Erythroxylum coca). A potent local anaesthetic and sympathomimetic; the first clinically used local anaesthetic. Associated with.

Codeína — 3-Metilmorfina (Profármaco opioide · Antitusivo · CYP2D6 · Informativo)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A mild opioid used clinically for moderate pain relief and cough suppression.

Codeína — 3-Metilmorfina (Profármaco opioide · Antitusivo · CYP2D6 · Informativo)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A mild opioid used clinically for moderate pain relief and cough suppression.

Camptotecina (Alcaloide de quinolina · Inhibidor de la topoisomerasa I · Precursor de irinotecán · Informativo)

Alkaloid (Quinoline) from Happy Tree (Camptotheca acuminata). A topoisomerase I inhibitor that formed the basis for the clinically approved anticancer drugs irinotecan and topotecan.

Camptotecina (Alcaloide de quinolina · Inhibidor de la topoisomerasa I · Precursor de irinotecán · Informativo)

Alkaloid (Quinoline) from Happy Tree (Camptotheca acuminata). A topoisomerase I inhibitor that formed the basis for the clinically approved anticancer drugs irinotecan and topotecan.

Cinchonina (Alcaloide de quinolina de Cinchona · Antipalúdico · Inhibidor de la P-gp)

Alkaloid (Quinoline) from Cinchona Tree (Cinchona pubescens). An antimalarial alkaloid that disrupts haemozoin formation in malarial parasites.

Cinchonina (Alcaloide de quinolina de Cinchona · Antipalúdico · Inhibidor de la P-gp)

Alkaloid (Quinoline) from Cinchona Tree (Cinchona pubescens). An antimalarial alkaloid that disrupts haemozoin formation in malarial parasites.

Coniina (Alcaloide Piperidínico del Hemlock · Veneno de Sócrates · Neurotoxina · Informativo)

Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum). A potent neurotoxin that causes ascending motor paralysis by blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Lethal at low.

Coniina (Alcaloide Piperidínico del Hemlock · Veneno de Sócrates · Neurotoxina · Informativo)

Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Poison Hemlock (Conium maculatum). A potent neurotoxin that causes ascending motor paralysis by blocking nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Lethal at low.

Ciclopamina (Alcaloide esteroideo de Veratrum · Vía Hedgehog · Inhibidor de SMO · Teratógeno)

Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Corn Lily (Veratrum californicum). A teratogenic Hedgehog signalling pathway inhibitor; studied in oncology research as a basis for targeted cancer.

Ciclopamina (Alcaloide esteroideo de Veratrum · Vía Hedgehog · Inhibidor de SMO · Teratógeno)

Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Corn Lily (Veratrum californicum). A teratogenic Hedgehog signalling pathway inhibitor; studied in oncology research as a basis for targeted cancer.

Conesina (Alcaloide esteroide · Amebicida · Kutaj · Diarrea por SII)

Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Kurchi (Holarrhena pubescens). Studied for specific amoebicidal activity against Entamoeba histolytica.

Conesina (Alcaloide esteroide · Amebicida · Kutaj · Diarrea por SII)

Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Kurchi (Holarrhena pubescens). Studied for specific amoebicidal activity against Entamoeba histolytica.

Chaconina — α-Chaconina (Glicoalcaloide Esteroideo · Co-toxina de la Patata · Seguridad Alimentaria)

Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Potato (Solanum tuberosum). A glycoalkaloid that works in combination with solanine as a natural pest deterrent.

Chaconina — α-Chaconina (Glicoalcaloide Esteroideo · Co-toxina de la Patata · Seguridad Alimentaria)

Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Potato (Solanum tuberosum). A glycoalkaloid that works in combination with solanine as a natural pest deterrent.

Colchicina (alcaloide tropolónico · Fármaco para la gota · Referencia informativa)

Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale). A clinically approved tubulin-binding anti-inflammatory used medically for acute gout attacks and familial.

Colchicina (alcaloide tropolónico · Fármaco para la gota · Referencia informativa)

Alkaloid (Protoalkaloid) from Autumn Crocus (Colchicum autumnale). A clinically approved tubulin-binding anti-inflammatory used medically for acute gout attacks and familial.

Capsaicina (Pseudoalcaloide vanilloide · Agonista de TRPV1 · Analgésico tópico · Termogénico)

Vanilloid (Capsaicinoid) from Chili Pepper (Capsicum frutescens). A TRPV1 receptor agonist with well-documented topical analgesic applications.

Capsaicina (Pseudoalcaloide vanilloide · Agonista de TRPV1 · Analgésico tópico · Termogénico)

Vanilloid (Capsaicinoid) from Chili Pepper (Capsicum frutescens). A TRPV1 receptor agonist with well-documented topical analgesic applications.

α-Cedreno (hidrocarburo sesquiterpénico · antiinflamatorio · repelente de insectos · cedro)

Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Hydrocarbon (Cedrane skeleton) from Cedrus deodara (Himalayan cedar / Deodar). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, insect repellent, fragrance.

α-Cedreno (hidrocarburo sesquiterpénico · antiinflamatorio · repelente de insectos · cedro)

Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Hydrocarbon (Cedrane skeleton) from Cedrus deodara (Himalayan cedar / Deodar). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, insect repellent, fragrance.

Centellósido — Complejo TECA (Saponina Triterpénica · Insuficiencia Venosa · Cicatrización de Heridas · Centella Asiática)

Terpenoid — Pentacyclic Triterpene Acids and Saponins (Ursane skeleton) from Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola / Pennywort / Mandukaparni). Studied for venous insufficiency, wound healing, cognitive function.

Centellósido — Complejo TECA (Saponina Triterpénica · Insuficiencia Venosa · Cicatrización de Heridas · Centella Asiática)

Terpenoid — Pentacyclic Triterpene Acids and Saponins (Ursane skeleton) from Centella asiatica (Gotu Kola / Pennywort / Mandukaparni). Studied for venous insufficiency, wound healing, cognitive function.