HerbIQ Reference Library / Compound Monographs
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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Cicloastragenol (Triterpeno cicloartano · Ativação da telomerase · Antienvelhecimento)
Terpenoid — Cycloartane Triterpene (Aglycone of Astragaloside IV) from Astragalus membranaceus (derived from Astragaloside IV). Studied for telomerase activation, telomere elongation, anti-ageing.
Cicloastragenol (Triterpeno cicloartano · Ativação da telomerase · Antienvelhecimento)
Terpenoid — Cycloartane Triterpene (Aglycone of Astragaloside IV) from Astragalus membranaceus (derived from Astragaloside IV). Studied for telomerase activation, telomere elongation, anti-ageing.
Catalpol (Glicosídeo iridoide · Neuroprotetor · Antineurodegenerativo · Antidiabético)
Terpenoid (Iridoid) from Rehmannia (Rehmannia glutinosa). Studied for neuroprotective properties including protection of dopaminergic and cholinergic neurons.
Catalpol (Glicosídeo iridoide · Neuroprotetor · Antineurodegenerativo · Antidiabético)
Terpenoid (Iridoid) from Rehmannia (Rehmannia glutinosa). Studied for neuroprotective properties including protection of dopaminergic and cholinergic neurons.
Citronellol (Acyclic Monoterpenol · Insect Repellent · Antimicrobial · Fragrance)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Citronella / Rose (Cymbopogon nardus). Studied for insect-repellent, antispasmodic, and antimicrobial properties.
Citronellol (Acyclic Monoterpenol · Insect Repellent · Antimicrobial · Fragrance)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Citronella / Rose (Cymbopogon nardus). Studied for insect-repellent, antispasmodic, and antimicrobial properties.
Carvacrol (Monoterpenoid Phenol · Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial · Anti-biofilm)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Oregano (Origanum vulgare). Studied for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and gut health-supporting properties.
Carvacrol (Monoterpenoid Phenol · Broad-Spectrum Antimicrobial · Anti-biofilm)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Oregano (Origanum vulgare). Studied for antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, and gut health-supporting properties.
Camphor (Monoterpenone · Topical Counterirritant · Decongestant · Antifungal)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum camphora). A clinically used topical analgesic and mild counterirritant.
Camphor (Monoterpenone · Topical Counterirritant · Decongestant · Antifungal)
Terpenoid (Monoterpene) from Camphor Tree (Cinnamomum camphora). A clinically used topical analgesic and mild counterirritant.
Citisina — Tabex (Alcaloide quinolizidínico · Agonista parcial nicotínico · Cessação do tabagismo)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Golden Rain Tree (Laburnum anagyroides). A nicotinic receptor partial agonist; clinically used in Eastern Europe as a smoking cessation aid with a favourable.
Citisina — Tabex (Alcaloide quinolizidínico · Agonista parcial nicotínico · Cessação do tabagismo)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Golden Rain Tree (Laburnum anagyroides). A nicotinic receptor partial agonist; clinically used in Eastern Europe as a smoking cessation aid with a favourable.
Caffeine (Xanthine Alkaloid · Cognitive Performance · Athletic Ergogenic)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee / Tea Plant (Coffea arabica / Camellia sinensis). An adenosine receptor antagonist that increases alertness and reduces fatigue.
Caffeine (Xanthine Alkaloid · Cognitive Performance · Athletic Ergogenic)
Alkaloid (Purine) from Coffee / Tea Plant (Coffea arabica / Camellia sinensis). An adenosine receptor antagonist that increases alertness and reduces fatigue.
Corynanthine (Yohimban Alkaloid · Alpha-2 Partial Agonist · Yohimbe Co-alkaloid)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe). Studied as an alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist; may contribute to vasodilatory and blood pressure-modulating effects of.
Corynanthine (Yohimban Alkaloid · Alpha-2 Partial Agonist · Yohimbe Co-alkaloid)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Yohimbe (Pausinystalia yohimbe). Studied as an alpha-1 adrenergic antagonist; may contribute to vasodilatory and blood pressure-modulating effects of.
Corydaline (Tetrahydroprotoberberine · Analgesic · Anticancer Research)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo). Studied for analgesic properties in animal models; may contribute to the pain-management activity of Corydalis.
Corydaline (Tetrahydroprotoberberine · Analgesic · Anticancer Research)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo). Studied for analgesic properties in animal models; may contribute to the pain-management activity of Corydalis.
Columbamine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Anti-inflammatory · Antimicrobial)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for its potential to support intestinal mucosal barrier integrity and modulate gut inflammatory responses.
Columbamine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Anti-inflammatory · Antimicrobial)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for its potential to support intestinal mucosal barrier integrity and modulate gut inflammatory responses.
Chelidonine (Benzophenanthridine Alkaloid · Antispasmodic · Biliary Support)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus). Studied for antispasmodic and choleretic effects; may support bile flow and digestive tract muscle relaxation at.
Chelidonine (Benzophenanthridine Alkaloid · Antispasmodic · Biliary Support)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Greater Celandine (Chelidonium majus). Studied for antispasmodic and choleretic effects; may support bile flow and digestive tract muscle relaxation at.
Canadine — l-Tetrahydroberberine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Sedative · Analgesic)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for sedative and analgesic properties; may offer neuroprotective support in early-stage research.
Canadine — l-Tetrahydroberberine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Sedative · Analgesic)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis). Studied for sedative and analgesic properties; may offer neuroprotective support in early-stage research.
Coptisine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Antimicrobial · Neuroprotective)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for antimicrobial and antiviral properties in laboratory settings.
Coptisine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Antimicrobial · Neuroprotective)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for antimicrobial and antiviral properties in laboratory settings.
Curcumin (Curcuminoid · Anti-inflammatory · Joint Health · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Curcuminoid) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa). A polyphenolic diarylheptanoid studied extensively for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Curcumin (Curcuminoid · Anti-inflammatory · Joint Health · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Curcuminoid) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa). A polyphenolic diarylheptanoid studied extensively for anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Corilagin (Ellagitannin · Antiviral · Hepatoprotective)
Polyphenol (Ellagitannin) from Phyllanthus (Phyllanthus emblica). Studied for hepatoprotective and antiviral properties; contributes to the liver health benefits associated with.
Corilagin (Ellagitannin · Antiviral · Hepatoprotective)
Polyphenol (Ellagitannin) from Phyllanthus (Phyllanthus emblica). Studied for hepatoprotective and antiviral properties; contributes to the liver health benefits associated with.
Chicoric Acid (Dicaffeic Acid Ester · Immunostimulatory · Antiviral)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea). Studied for immunomodulatory effects including enhancement of phagocytic activity.
Chicoric Acid (Dicaffeic Acid Ester · Immunostimulatory · Antiviral)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Echinacea (Echinacea purpurea). Studied for immunomodulatory effects including enhancement of phagocytic activity.
Cinnamic Acid (Phenylpropanoid · Antifungal · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia). Studied for antimicrobial and antioxidant properties; a primary aromatic constituent of cinnamon with mild.
Cinnamic Acid (Phenylpropanoid · Antifungal · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Cinnamon (Cinnamomum cassia). Studied for antimicrobial and antioxidant properties; a primary aromatic constituent of cinnamon with mild.
Caffeic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; may help inhibit formation of advanced glycation end-products.
Caffeic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Antioxidant · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Coffee (Coffea arabica). Studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties; may help inhibit formation of advanced glycation end-products.
Chlorogenic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Blood Glucose · Weight Management)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Green Coffee (Coffea arabica). Studied for blood glucose-modulating properties by slowing carbohydrate absorption.
Chlorogenic Acid (Hydroxycinnamic Acid · Blood Glucose · Weight Management)
Polyphenol (Hydroxycinnamic Acid) from Green Coffee (Coffea arabica). Studied for blood glucose-modulating properties by slowing carbohydrate absorption.
Cyanidin-3-Rutinoside — Keracyanin (Anthocyanin · Muscle Recovery · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanin) from Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus). Studied for anti-inflammatory and muscle recovery support; human trials support its role in reducing exercise-induced.
Cyanidin-3-Rutinoside — Keracyanin (Anthocyanin · Muscle Recovery · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanin) from Tart Cherry (Prunus cerasus). Studied for anti-inflammatory and muscle recovery support; human trials support its role in reducing exercise-induced.
Cianidina-3-glicosídeo — C3G (Antocianina · Antiviral · Função visual)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanin) from Elderberry (Sambucus nigra). A highly bioavailable anthocyanin form; studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Cianidina-3-glicosídeo — C3G (Antocianina · Antiviral · Função visual)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanin) from Elderberry (Sambucus nigra). A highly bioavailable anthocyanin form; studied for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory.
Cyanidin (Anthocyanidin · Antioxidant · Vascular Protection)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus). Studied for vascular protection, antioxidant activity, and potential blood glucose-modulating properties.
Cyanidin (Anthocyanidin · Antioxidant · Vascular Protection)
Polyphenol (Anthocyanidin) from Blackberry (Rubus fruticosus). Studied for vascular protection, antioxidant activity, and potential blood glucose-modulating properties.
Coumestrol (Coumestan · Most Potent Plant Phytoestrogen · Bone Density)
Polyphenol (Coumestan) from Alfalfa (Medicago sativa). The most potent plant coumestan phytoestrogen; studied for oestrogenic receptor activity relevant to bone density.
Coumestrol (Coumestan · Most Potent Plant Phytoestrogen · Bone Density)
Polyphenol (Coumestan) from Alfalfa (Medicago sativa). The most potent plant coumestan phytoestrogen; studied for oestrogenic receptor activity relevant to bone density.
Calycosin (Astragalus Isoflavone · Phytoestrogenic · Immunomodulatory)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone) from Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus). Studied for potential pro-angiogenic and oestrogen receptor-mediated effects.
Calycosin (Astragalus Isoflavone · Phytoestrogenic · Immunomodulatory)
Polyphenol (Isoflavone) from Astragalus (Astragalus membranaceus). Studied for potential pro-angiogenic and oestrogen receptor-mediated effects.
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