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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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Pantothenic Acid

Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Pantoate–β-alanine amide from Synthesis — the free acid is an oil, so calcium D-pantothenate is the article. Claim strength: High.

Pantothenic Acid

Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Pantoate–β-alanine amide from Synthesis — the free acid is an oil, so calcium D-pantothenate is the article. Claim strength: High.

Pyridoxine

Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Alcohol vitamer of B6 from Synthesis — supplied as the hydrochloride. EFSA revised the adult upper limit to 12 mg/day in 2023. Claim strength:...

Pyridoxine

Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Alcohol vitamer of B6 from Synthesis — supplied as the hydrochloride. EFSA revised the adult upper limit to 12 mg/day in 2023. Claim strength:...

Piridoxal-5-Fosfato

Phosphorylated pyridine aldehyde — the biologically active coenzyme.

Piridoxal-5-Fosfato

Phosphorylated pyridine aldehyde — the biologically active coenzyme.

Pregnenolona

C21 steroid — 3β-hydroxy-5-pregnen-20-one. The apex precursor of all. Claim strength: Emerging.

Pregnenolona

C21 steroid — 3β-hydroxy-5-pregnen-20-one. The apex precursor of all. Claim strength: Emerging.

Fitoesteroles

Plant sterols and stanols — a family of cholesterol-analogue steroids. Claim strength: High.

Fitoesteroles

Plant sterols and stanols — a family of cholesterol-analogue steroids. Claim strength: High.

Policosanol

A mixture of long-chain aliphatic primary alcohols. Studied for historically marketed for cholesterol reduction. Claim strength: Null.

Policosanol

A mixture of long-chain aliphatic primary alcohols. Studied for historically marketed for cholesterol reduction. Claim strength: Null.

Polisacáridos

Polysaccharides — high-molecular-weight carbohydrate polymers. Studied for immunomodulatory formulation; adjunct oncology support (psk, in japan). Claim strength: Moderate.

Polisacáridos

Polysaccharides — high-molecular-weight carbohydrate polymers. Studied for immunomodulatory formulation; adjunct oncology support (psk, in japan). Claim strength: Moderate.

Protodioscina

Furostanol-type steroidal saponin; a spirostanyl glycoside bearing a from Tribulus terrestris (gokshura; gokhru). Claim strength: Emerging.

Protodioscina

Furostanol-type steroidal saponin; a spirostanyl glycoside bearing a from Tribulus terrestris (gokshura; gokhru). Claim strength: Emerging.

Polifenoles

Polyphenols — a broad structural class unified by multiple phenolic from Camellia sinensis (green tea), Vitis vinifera (grape seed). Studied for general antioxidant support, cardiometabolic risk-factor modulation.

Polifenoles

Polyphenols — a broad structural class unified by multiple phenolic from Camellia sinensis (green tea), Vitis vinifera (grape seed). Studied for general antioxidant support, cardiometabolic risk-factor modulation.

Peoniflorina

Monoterpene glycoside from White peony root (Paeonia lactiflora).

Peoniflorina

Monoterpene glycoside from White peony root (Paeonia lactiflora).

Ficocianina

Phycobiliprotein (light-harvesting pigment-protein complex) from Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) — a cyanobacterium.

Ficocianina

Phycobiliprotein (light-harvesting pigment-protein complex) from Spirulina (Arthrospira platensis) — a cyanobacterium.

Pinoresinol

Furofuran lignan (phytoestrogen precursor) from Sesame seed (Sesamum indicum), olive oil (Olea europaea).

Pinoresinol

Furofuran lignan (phytoestrogen precursor) from Sesame seed (Sesamum indicum), olive oil (Olea europaea).

Fisostigmina (Alcaloide de la haba Calabar · Inhibidor de la AChE · Informativo)

Alkaloid — Indole (pyrroloindole carbamate) from Physostigma venenosum (Calabar bean), seeds. Studied for reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Claim strength: High.

Fisostigmina (Alcaloide de la haba Calabar · Inhibidor de la AChE · Informativo)

Alkaloid — Indole (pyrroloindole carbamate) from Physostigma venenosum (Calabar bean), seeds. Studied for reversible acetylcholinesterase inhibitor. Claim strength: High.

Procianidina C1 (trímero de OPC · senolítica · investigación en longevidad)

Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Grape Seed (Vitis vinifera). Studied in early-stage research for potential senolytic properties; of interest in longevity and healthy aging research.

Procianidina C1 (trímero de OPC · senolítica · investigación en longevidad)

Polyphenol (Proanthocyanidin) from Grape Seed (Vitis vinifera). Studied in early-stage research for potential senolytic properties; of interest in longevity and healthy aging research.

Psicotrina (Isoquinolina de ipecacuana · Amebicida menor · Referencia farmacológica)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Ipecac (Cephaelis ipecacuanha). A minor ipecac constituent that may contribute to the plant's amoebicidal activity alongside emetine and cephaeline.

Psicotrina (Isoquinolina de ipecacuana · Amebicida menor · Referencia farmacológica)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Ipecac (Cephaelis ipecacuanha). A minor ipecac constituent that may contribute to the plant's amoebicidal activity alongside emetine and cephaeline.

Platifilina (alcaloide pirrolizidínico · Anticolinérgico · Referencia regulatoria)

Alkaloid (Pyrrolizidine) from Broadleaf Ragwort (Senecio platyphyllus). A saturated pyrrolizidine alkaloid with relatively low hepatotoxicity compared to unsaturated congeners.

Platifilina (alcaloide pirrolizidínico · Anticolinérgico · Referencia regulatoria)

Alkaloid (Pyrrolizidine) from Broadleaf Ragwort (Senecio platyphyllus). A saturated pyrrolizidine alkaloid with relatively low hepatotoxicity compared to unsaturated congeners.

Porfiroxina (Alcaloide morfinano · Opio menor · Referencia forense)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor reactive opiate constituent; primarily referenced in forensic chemistry for identification of opium-derived.

Porfiroxina (Alcaloide morfinano · Opio menor · Referencia forense)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A minor reactive opiate constituent; primarily referenced in forensic chemistry for identification of opium-derived.

Pseudomorfina (Dímero de Morfinano · Referencia Forense · Sin Actividad Opiácea)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). An oxidative dimer of morphine with no significant opioid receptor activity.

Pseudomorfina (Dímero de Morfinano · Referencia Forense · Sin Actividad Opiácea)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). An oxidative dimer of morphine with no significant opioid receptor activity.

Patuletina (Flavonol · Antiinflamatorio · Antiviral)

Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Marigold (Tagetes patula). Studied for anti-inflammatory and chondroprotective properties in early-stage research.

Patuletina (Flavonol · Antiinflamatorio · Antiviral)

Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Marigold (Tagetes patula). Studied for anti-inflammatory and chondroprotective properties in early-stage research.

Ponciriña (glucósido de flavanona de naranja trifoliada · motilidad gastrointestinal · antiinflamatorio · Zhi Ke)

Polyphenol (Flavanone Glycoside) from Trifoliate Orange (Poncirus trifoliata). Studied for gastroprotective effects against ulceration and for apoptosis-inducing properties in cancer cell line.

Ponciriña (glucósido de flavanona de naranja trifoliada · motilidad gastrointestinal · antiinflamatorio · Zhi Ke)

Polyphenol (Flavanone Glycoside) from Trifoliate Orange (Poncirus trifoliata). Studied for gastroprotective effects against ulceration and for apoptosis-inducing properties in cancer cell line.

Partenólido (lactona sesquiterpénica · prevención de migrañas · inhibidor de NF-κB · diana de CSC)

Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene Lactone) from Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium). Studied for NF-kB inhibition, anti-migraine, and potential leukaemia stem cell-targeting properties.

Partenólido (lactona sesquiterpénica · prevención de migrañas · inhibidor de NF-κB · diana de CSC)

Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene Lactone) from Feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium). Studied for NF-kB inhibition, anti-migraine, and potential leukaemia stem cell-targeting properties.

Peletierina — Punicina (Alcaloide piperidínico de la corteza de la raíz de la granada · Antihelmíntico · Histórico)

Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Studied for anthelmintic (parasite-expelling) properties; historically used in traditional medicine to address.

Peletierina — Punicina (Alcaloide piperidínico de la corteza de la raíz de la granada · Antihelmíntico · Histórico)

Alkaloid (Piperidine) from Pomegranate (Punica granatum). Studied for anthelmintic (parasite-expelling) properties; historically used in traditional medicine to address.

Papaverina (Alcaloide bencilisoquinolínico · Vasodilatador no opioide · Tx disfunción eréctil)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A clinically used smooth muscle relaxant that dilates blood vessels; used medically for vascular spasm under supervision.

Papaverina (Alcaloide bencilisoquinolínico · Vasodilatador no opioide · Tx disfunción eréctil)

Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Opium Poppy (Papaver somniferum). A clinically used smooth muscle relaxant that dilates blood vessels; used medically for vascular spasm under supervision.

Pilocarpina (Alcaloide de imidazol · Glaucoma · Xerostomía · Referencia informativa)

Alkaloid (Imidazole) from Jaborandi (Pilocarpus jaborandi). A clinically established parasympathomimetic used medically for glaucoma management (reducing intraocular pressure) and.

Pilocarpina (Alcaloide de imidazol · Glaucoma · Xerostomía · Referencia informativa)

Alkaloid (Imidazole) from Jaborandi (Pilocarpus jaborandi). A clinically established parasympathomimetic used medically for glaucoma management (reducing intraocular pressure) and.