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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Vitamin A
Vitamin · Fat-soluble retinoid · Retinyl esters and provitamin A carotenoids from Synthesis; carotenoids from algae and fermentation. Preformed retinol is teratogenic at high intake. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin A
Vitamin · Fat-soluble retinoid · Retinyl esters and provitamin A carotenoids from Synthesis; carotenoids from algae and fermentation. Preformed retinol is teratogenic at high intake. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B Complex
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin blend · Eight B vitamins from Synthesis and fermentation — vitamer and salt form decide the specification. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B Complex
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin blend · Eight B vitamins from Synthesis and fermentation — vitamer and salt form decide the specification. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B1
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Thiamine from Synthesis or fermentation — supplied as hydrochloride or mononitrate. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B1
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Thiamine from Synthesis or fermentation — supplied as hydrochloride or mononitrate. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Six interconvertible vitamers from Synthesis — pyridoxine HCl and P5P are distinct articles. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B6
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Six interconvertible vitamers from Synthesis — pyridoxine HCl and P5P are distinct articles. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Cobalamin from Bacterial fermentation — cyanocobalamin and methylcobalamin. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin B12
Vitamin · Water-soluble B vitamin · Cobalamin from Bacterial fermentation — cyanocobalamin and methylcobalamin. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin D3
Vitamin · Fat-soluble secosteroid · Cholecalciferol from Lanolin, or lichen for vegan grades. Claim strength: High.
Vitamin D3
Vitamin · Fat-soluble secosteroid · Cholecalciferol from Lanolin, or lichen for vegan grades. Claim strength: High.
Vitamina D2
Secosteroid; fat-soluble vitamin (ergocalciferol) from Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) — UV irradiation converts.
Vitamina D2
Secosteroid; fat-soluble vitamin (ergocalciferol) from Shiitake (Lentinula edodes) — UV irradiation converts.
Vitamin K2-MK7
Menaquinone-7; long-chain vitamin K2 with a seven-isoprenoid side chain from Fermented soy or cassava — Bacillus subtilis fermentation.
Vitamin K2-MK7
Menaquinone-7; long-chain vitamin K2 with a seven-isoprenoid side chain from Fermented soy or cassava — Bacillus subtilis fermentation.
Valerenic Acids
Sesquiterpenic acids — the standardisation markers of Valeriana from Valeriana officinalis (valerian). Distinct from V. Studied for sleep and relaxation formulation; anxiolytic positioning.
Valerenic Acids
Sesquiterpenic acids — the standardisation markers of Valeriana from Valeriana officinalis (valerian). Distinct from V. Studied for sleep and relaxation formulation; anxiolytic positioning.
Verbascoside
Phenylethanoid glycoside (caffeoyl-phenylethanoid ester) from Olea europaea (olive leaf), Verbascum thapsus (mullein).
Verbascoside
Phenylethanoid glycoside (caffeoyl-phenylethanoid ester) from Olea europaea (olive leaf), Verbascum thapsus (mullein).
Vescalagin (Oak C-Glucosidic Ellagitannin · Reactive Barrel Tannin)
Tannin — C-glucosidic ellagitannin from Quercus spp. (oak) and Castanea sativa (chestnut) heartwood. Studied for barrel-ageing tannin; flavono-ellagitannin precursor.
Vescalagin (Oak C-Glucosidic Ellagitannin · Reactive Barrel Tannin)
Tannin — C-glucosidic ellagitannin from Quercus spp. (oak) and Castanea sativa (chestnut) heartwood. Studied for barrel-ageing tannin; flavono-ellagitannin precursor.
Vindoline (Vinca Precursor Indole Alkaloid · Informational)
Alkaloid — Indole (monoterpenoid indole alkaloid) from Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle), leaves. Studied for biosynthetic monomer precursor to vinblastine/vincristine.
Vindoline (Vinca Precursor Indole Alkaloid · Informational)
Alkaloid — Indole (monoterpenoid indole alkaloid) from Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle), leaves. Studied for biosynthetic monomer precursor to vinblastine/vincristine.
Vinblastine (Vinca Indole Alkaloid · Antimitotic · Informational)
Alkaloid — Indole from Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle), aerial parts. Studied for pharmaceutical antineoplastic (hodgkin lymphoma, testicular cancer).
Vinblastine (Vinca Indole Alkaloid · Antimitotic · Informational)
Alkaloid — Indole from Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle), aerial parts. Studied for pharmaceutical antineoplastic (hodgkin lymphoma, testicular cancer).
Vincristine (Vinca Indole Alkaloid · Antimitotic · Informational)
Alkaloid — Indole from Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle), aerial parts. Studied for pharmaceutical antineoplastic (leukaemia, lymphoma). Claim strength: High.
Vincristine (Vinca Indole Alkaloid · Antimitotic · Informational)
Alkaloid — Indole from Catharanthus roseus (Madagascar periwinkle), aerial parts. Studied for pharmaceutical antineoplastic (leukaemia, lymphoma). Claim strength: High.
Verticinone (Steroidal Alkaloid · Antitussive · Expectorant)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria verticillata). Studied alongside verticine for antitussive and expectorant effects.
Verticinone (Steroidal Alkaloid · Antitussive · Expectorant)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria verticillata). Studied alongside verticine for antitussive and expectorant effects.
Verticine (Steroidal Alkaloid · Antitussive · Immunomodulatory)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria verticillata). Studied for anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties in the context of pulmonary health support.
Verticine (Steroidal Alkaloid · Antitussive · Immunomodulatory)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from Fritillary Bulb (Fritillaria verticillata). Studied for anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties in the context of pulmonary health support.
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.
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.
Voacangine (Iboga-type Indole Alkaloid · Ibogaine Precursor · Voacanga africana)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). A biosynthetic precursor used in the semi-synthesis of ibogaine and related anti-addiction compounds.
Voacangine (Iboga-type Indole Alkaloid · Ibogaine Precursor · Voacanga africana)
Alkaloid (Indole) from Voacanga (Voacanga africana). A biosynthetic precursor used in the semi-synthesis of ibogaine and related anti-addiction compounds.
Veratramine (Veratrum Steroidal Alkaloid · Historical Antihypertensive · Informational)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from False Hellebore (Veratrum viride). Highly toxic steroidal alkaloid associated with severe cardiovascular depression and CNS toxicity. Documented for.
Veratramine (Veratrum Steroidal Alkaloid · Historical Antihypertensive · Informational)
Alkaloid (Steroidal) from False Hellebore (Veratrum viride). Highly toxic steroidal alkaloid associated with severe cardiovascular depression and CNS toxicity. Documented for.
Vasicinone (Quinazoline Alkaloid · Bronchodilatory · Mucolytic · Vasaka)
Alkaloid (Quinazoline) from Malabar Nut (Adhatoda vasica). Studied for bronchodilatory and mucolytic properties; supports the traditional and clinical use of Adhatoda for.
Vasicinone (Quinazoline Alkaloid · Bronchodilatory · Mucolytic · Vasaka)
Alkaloid (Quinazoline) from Malabar Nut (Adhatoda vasica). Studied for bronchodilatory and mucolytic properties; supports the traditional and clinical use of Adhatoda for.
Valencene (Eudesmane Sesquiterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Antihistaminic · Orange Peel)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Hydrocarbon (Eudesmane skeleton) from Citrus sinensis (Valencia orange peel oil). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, flavouring, fragrance, cosmetic active.
Valencene (Eudesmane Sesquiterpene · Anti-inflammatory · Antihistaminic · Orange Peel)
Terpenoid — Sesquiterpene Hydrocarbon (Eudesmane skeleton) from Citrus sinensis (Valencia orange peel oil). Studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, flavouring, fragrance, cosmetic active.
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