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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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Vicenin-2 (Flavone Di-C-Glycoside · Radioprotective · Immunomodulatory)
Polyphenol (Flavone C-Glycoside) from Tulsi (Holy Basil) (Ocimum sanctum). Studied for radioprotective and immunomodulatory properties in preclinical research.
Vicenin-2 (Flavone Di-C-Glycoside · Radioprotective · Immunomodulatory)
Polyphenol (Flavone C-Glycoside) from Tulsi (Holy Basil) (Ocimum sanctum). Studied for radioprotective and immunomodulatory properties in preclinical research.
Friedelin (Triterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Hepatoprotective)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Cork Oak (Quercus suber). A pentacyclic triterpenoid studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties.
Friedelin (Triterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Hepatoprotective)
Terpenoid (Triterpene) from Cork Oak (Quercus suber). A pentacyclic triterpenoid studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties.
Spinasterol (Phytosterol · Anti-inflammatory · Gastroprotective)
Terpenoid (Phytosterol) from Spinach (Spinacia oleracea). A delta-7-phytosterol studied for anti-inflammatory and potential antiulcer properties.
Spinasterol (Phytosterol · Anti-inflammatory · Gastroprotective)
Terpenoid (Phytosterol) from Spinach (Spinacia oleracea). A delta-7-phytosterol studied for anti-inflammatory and potential antiulcer properties.
Violaxanthin (Xanthophyll Carotenoid · Antioxidant · Antiproliferative)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Pansy (Viola tricolor). An epoxidised xanthophyll studied for antioxidant and potential antiproliferative properties.
Violaxanthin (Xanthophyll Carotenoid · Antioxidant · Antiproliferative)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Pansy (Viola tricolor). An epoxidised xanthophyll studied for antioxidant and potential antiproliferative properties.
Laricitrin (Flavonol · Antioxidant · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A minor grape skin flavonol studied for antioxidant and vascular health-supporting properties.
Laricitrin (Flavonol · Antioxidant · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A minor grape skin flavonol studied for antioxidant and vascular health-supporting properties.
Rhoifolin (Flavone Glycoside · Cardioprotective · Lipid-modulating)
Polyphenol (Flavone Glycoside) from Sour Orange (Citrus aurantium). Studied for cardioprotective and lipid-modulating properties.
Rhoifolin (Flavone Glycoside · Cardioprotective · Lipid-modulating)
Polyphenol (Flavone Glycoside) from Sour Orange (Citrus aurantium). Studied for cardioprotective and lipid-modulating properties.
Aromadendrin (Dihydroflavonol · Anti-inflammatory · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Flavanonol) from Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus). Studied for antioxidant and mild blood glucose-modulating properties.
Aromadendrin (Dihydroflavonol · Anti-inflammatory · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Flavanonol) from Eucalyptus (Eucalyptus globulus). Studied for antioxidant and mild blood glucose-modulating properties.
Syringetin (Flavonol · Antioxidant · Bone Health)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A methylated flavonol found in grape skin; studied for potential contributions to cardiovascular antioxidant protection.
Syringetin (Flavonol · Antioxidant · Bone Health)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Red Wine Grape (Vitis vinifera). A methylated flavonol found in grape skin; studied for potential contributions to cardiovascular antioxidant protection.
Isorhamnetin-3-Glucoside (Flavonol Glycoside · Cardiovascular · Antioxidant)
Polyphenol (Flavonol Glycoside) from Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides). A bioavailable isorhamnetin glycoside studied for cardiovascular and anti-inflammatory properties in the context of sea.
Isorhamnetin-3-Glucoside (Flavonol Glycoside · Cardiovascular · Antioxidant)
Polyphenol (Flavonol Glycoside) from Sea Buckthorn (Hippophae rhamnoides). A bioavailable isorhamnetin glycoside studied for cardiovascular and anti-inflammatory properties in the context of sea.
Patuletin (Flavonol · Anti-inflammatory · Antiviral)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Marigold (Tagetes patula). Studied for anti-inflammatory and chondroprotective properties in early-stage research.
Patuletin (Flavonol · Anti-inflammatory · Antiviral)
Polyphenol (Flavonol) from Marigold (Tagetes patula). Studied for anti-inflammatory and chondroprotective properties in early-stage research.
Iso-orientin (Flavone C-Glycoside · Antioxidant · Hepatoprotective)
Polyphenol (Flavone C-Glycoside) from Barley Grass (Hordeum vulgare). Studied for antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties; contributes to the nutritional profile of barley grass.
Iso-orientin (Flavone C-Glycoside · Antioxidant · Hepatoprotective)
Polyphenol (Flavone C-Glycoside) from Barley Grass (Hordeum vulgare). Studied for antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties; contributes to the nutritional profile of barley grass.
Neoxanthin (Chloroplast Allenic Xanthophyll · Antiproliferative · Fucoxanthin Structural Analogue)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Spinach (Spinacia oleracea). An allenic xanthophyll found in green leafy vegetables; studied for antioxidant activity and potential contributions to.
Neoxanthin (Chloroplast Allenic Xanthophyll · Antiproliferative · Fucoxanthin Structural Analogue)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Spinach (Spinacia oleracea). An allenic xanthophyll found in green leafy vegetables; studied for antioxidant activity and potential contributions to.
Thearubigins (Black Tea Polymeric Polyphenols · Antioxidant · LDL-lowering · Gut Microbiome)
Polyphenol (Theaflavin) from Black Tea (Camellia sinensis). A complex mixture of oxidised catechin polymers accounting for most of black tea's colour and antioxidant capacity.
Thearubigins (Black Tea Polymeric Polyphenols · Antioxidant · LDL-lowering · Gut Microbiome)
Polyphenol (Theaflavin) from Black Tea (Camellia sinensis). A complex mixture of oxidised catechin polymers accounting for most of black tea's colour and antioxidant capacity.
Mesaconitine (Aconitum Norditerpenoid Alkaloid · Na+ Channel · Analgesic · Cardiotoxic Reference)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum carmichaelii). Extremely potent neurotoxin; associated with fatal arrhythmias in raw form. Used in traditional formulations after.
Mesaconitine (Aconitum Norditerpenoid Alkaloid · Na+ Channel · Analgesic · Cardiotoxic Reference)
Alkaloid (Diterpene) from Monkshood (Aconitum carmichaelii). Extremely potent neurotoxin; associated with fatal arrhythmias in raw form. Used in traditional formulations after.
Strictosidine (Universal MIA Biosynthetic Hub · Pictet-Spengler Adduct · Catharanthus · Research)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus). The universal biosynthetic precursor from which the plant assembles all of its complex monoterpenoid indole alkaloids.
Strictosidine (Universal MIA Biosynthetic Hub · Pictet-Spengler Adduct · Catharanthus · Research)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Madagascar Periwinkle (Catharanthus roseus). The universal biosynthetic precursor from which the plant assembles all of its complex monoterpenoid indole alkaloids.
Glucoerucin (Rocket Glucosinolate · Erucin Isothiocyanate Precursor · Nrf2 Activator)
Glucosinolate (Aliphatic) from Arugula (Rocket) (Eruca vesicaria). Hydrolysed to erucin, a sulforaphane analogue; studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Glucoerucin (Rocket Glucosinolate · Erucin Isothiocyanate Precursor · Nrf2 Activator)
Glucosinolate (Aliphatic) from Arugula (Rocket) (Eruca vesicaria). Hydrolysed to erucin, a sulforaphane analogue; studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Cucurbitacin B (Cucurbitane Triterpene · JAK-STAT3 Inhibitor · Colocynth · Indrayan)
Terpenoid — Triterpene (Cucurbitane-type tetracyclic) from Citrullus colocynthis (colocynth / bitter apple, fruit). Studied for jak-stat3 inhibitor (anticancer); anti-inflammatory.
Cucurbitacin B (Cucurbitane Triterpene · JAK-STAT3 Inhibitor · Colocynth · Indrayan)
Terpenoid — Triterpene (Cucurbitane-type tetracyclic) from Citrullus colocynthis (colocynth / bitter apple, fruit). Studied for jak-stat3 inhibitor (anticancer); anti-inflammatory.
Brassikasterol (fitosterol C28 Δ6,22 · sterol roślin Brassica/alg · obniżanie cholesterolu)
Terpenoid (Phytosterol) from Rapeseed (Brassica napus). A Brassica-specific phytosterol studied for lipid profile management.
Brassikasterol (fitosterol C28 Δ6,22 · sterol roślin Brassica/alg · obniżanie cholesterolu)
Terpenoid (Phytosterol) from Rapeseed (Brassica napus). A Brassica-specific phytosterol studied for lipid profile management.
Alpha-Carotene (β,ε-Carotene · Provitamin A · Antiproliferative · Carrot Carotenoid)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Carrot / Winter Squash (Daucus carota). A provitamin A carotenoid with lower conversion efficiency than beta-carotene.
Alpha-Carotene (β,ε-Carotene · Provitamin A · Antiproliferative · Carrot Carotenoid)
Terpenoid (Tetraterpene / Carotenoid) from Carrot / Winter Squash (Daucus carota). A provitamin A carotenoid with lower conversion efficiency than beta-carotene.
Zerumbone (Wild Ginger Sesquiterpene Ketone · NF-κB/Nrf2 Dual Modulator · Chemopreventive)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Ketone from Zingiber zerumbet (wild ginger / shampoo ginger). Studied for anti-inflammatory; antiproliferative; chemopreventive; antioxidant.
Zerumbone (Wild Ginger Sesquiterpene Ketone · NF-κB/Nrf2 Dual Modulator · Chemopreventive)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Ketone from Zingiber zerumbet (wild ginger / shampoo ginger). Studied for anti-inflammatory; antiproliferative; chemopreventive; antioxidant.
Zingiberen (główny seskwiterpen imbiru · działanie przeciwzapalne · przeciwdrobnoustrojowe · aromat imbiru)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Ginger (Zingiber officinale). A primary sesquiterpene of ginger; studied for antiemetic and gastrointestinal-soothing properties.
Zingiberen (główny seskwiterpen imbiru · działanie przeciwzapalne · przeciwdrobnoustrojowe · aromat imbiru)
Terpenoid (Sesquiterpene) from Ginger (Zingiber officinale). A primary sesquiterpene of ginger; studied for antiemetic and gastrointestinal-soothing properties.
Cedrol (Cedar Sesquiterpene Alcohol · Sedative · GABA-A Modulator · Insect Repellent)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol from Cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedar, wood essential oil). Studied for sedative/anxiolytic (aromatherapy; gaba potentiation).
Cedrol (Cedar Sesquiterpene Alcohol · Sedative · GABA-A Modulator · Insect Repellent)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Alcohol from Cedrus atlantica (Atlas cedar, wood essential oil). Studied for sedative/anxiolytic (aromatherapy; gaba potentiation).
Terpinen-4-ol (Tea Tree Monoterpene Alcohol · High Antimicrobial Evidence · Antifungal · Anti-acne)
Terpenoid — Monoterpene Alcohol (Cyclic monoterpene; terpinene-derived) from Melaleuca alternifolia. Studied for antimicrobial (broad-spectrum); anti-inflammatory; anti-acne.
Terpinen-4-ol (Tea Tree Monoterpene Alcohol · High Antimicrobial Evidence · Antifungal · Anti-acne)
Terpenoid — Monoterpene Alcohol (Cyclic monoterpene; terpinene-derived) from Melaleuca alternifolia. Studied for antimicrobial (broad-spectrum); anti-inflammatory; anti-acne.
Hispidulin (Chamomile 6-Methoxyflavone · GABA-A Modulator · 5-LOX Inhibitor · Anticonvulsant)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Sage (Salvia officinalis). Studied for GABA-A receptor modulation with potential anticonvulsant properties in preclinical models.
Hispidulin (Chamomile 6-Methoxyflavone · GABA-A Modulator · 5-LOX Inhibitor · Anticonvulsant)
Polyphenol (Flavone) from Sage (Salvia officinalis). Studied for GABA-A receptor modulation with potential anticonvulsant properties in preclinical models.
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