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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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Jatrorrhizine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Anti-adipogenic · Neuroprotective)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Barberry (Berberis vulgaris). Studied for antifungal and hepatoprotective properties in preclinical models; part of the berberine-type alkaloid family.
Jatrorrhizine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Anti-adipogenic · Neuroprotective)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Barberry (Berberis vulgaris). Studied for antifungal and hepatoprotective properties in preclinical models; part of the berberine-type alkaloid family.
Oxymatrine (Quinolizidine N-Oxide · Hepatoprotective · Anti-fibrotic)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Sophora Root (Sophora flavescens). Studied for antiviral and hepatoprotective properties; multiple Chinese clinical trials available though study quality.
Oxymatrine (Quinolizidine N-Oxide · Hepatoprotective · Anti-fibrotic)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Sophora Root (Sophora flavescens). Studied for antiviral and hepatoprotective properties; multiple Chinese clinical trials available though study quality.
Matrine (Quinolizidine Alkaloid · Hepatoprotective · Anti-inflammatory)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Ku Shen (Sophora flavescens). Studied for anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties.
Matrine (Quinolizidine Alkaloid · Hepatoprotective · Anti-inflammatory)
Alkaloid (Quinolizidine) from Ku Shen (Sophora flavescens). Studied for anti-inflammatory and immunomodulatory properties.
Worenine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Antibacterial · Coptis Minor Alkaloid)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity including against drug-resistant gut pathogens.
Worenine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Antibacterial · Coptis Minor Alkaloid)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldthread (Coptis chinensis). Studied for broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity including against drug-resistant gut pathogens.
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.
Protopine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Antispasmodic · Biliary · Anxiolytic)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis). Studied for antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle; may contribute to the digestive-soothing properties of fumitory.
Protopine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Antispasmodic · Biliary · Anxiolytic)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Fumitory (Fumaria officinalis). Studied for antispasmodic effects on smooth muscle; may contribute to the digestive-soothing properties of fumitory.
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.
Palmatine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Sedative · Antimicrobial)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense). Studied for antimicrobial and blood glucose-supporting properties; closely related structurally to berberine.
Palmatine (Protoberberine Alkaloid · Sedative · Antimicrobial)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Amur Cork Tree (Phellodendron amurense). Studied for antimicrobial and blood glucose-supporting properties; closely related structurally to berberine.
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.
Tetra-hidropalmatina — THP (Alcaloide isoquinolínico · Analgésico · Ansiolítico)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo). Studied for analgesic and mild sedative properties; may support sleep quality and pain management. Used in traditional.
Tetra-hidropalmatina — THP (Alcaloide isoquinolínico · Analgésico · Ansiolítico)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Corydalis (Corydalis yanhusuo). Studied for analgesic and mild sedative properties; may support sleep quality and pain management. Used in traditional.
Berberine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Blood Glucose · Lipid Metabolism)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal / Barberry (Hydrastis canadensis / Berberis spp.). Well-studied for supporting healthy blood glucose and lipid metabolism.
Berberine (Isoquinoline Alkaloid · Blood Glucose · Lipid Metabolism)
Alkaloid (Isoquinoline) from Goldenseal / Barberry (Hydrastis canadensis / Berberis spp.). Well-studied for supporting healthy blood glucose and lipid metabolism.
Ligustilide (Phthalide Terpenoid · Vasodilatory · Smooth Muscle Relaxant)
Polyphenol (Phthalide) from Ligusticum (Ligusticum chuanxiong). A phthalide studied for smooth muscle-relaxing, vasodilatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Ligustilide (Phthalide Terpenoid · Vasodilatory · Smooth Muscle Relaxant)
Polyphenol (Phthalide) from Ligusticum (Ligusticum chuanxiong). A phthalide studied for smooth muscle-relaxing, vasodilatory, and neuroprotective properties.
Oleuropein (Secoiridoid Glycoside · Blood Pressure · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Secoiridoid) from Olive Leaf (Olea europaea). The dominant phenolic of olive leaf; studied for antihypertensive, antioxidant.
Oleuropein (Secoiridoid Glycoside · Blood Pressure · Antimicrobial)
Polyphenol (Secoiridoid) from Olive Leaf (Olea europaea). The dominant phenolic of olive leaf; studied for antihypertensive, antioxidant.
Demethoxycurcumin — DMC (Curcuminoid · STAT3 Inhibition · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Curcuminoid) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa). An intermediate curcuminoid studied for anti-inflammatory properties.
Demethoxycurcumin — DMC (Curcuminoid · STAT3 Inhibition · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Curcuminoid) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa). An intermediate curcuminoid studied for anti-inflammatory properties.
Bisdemethoxycurcumin — BDMC (Curcuminoid · Antioxidant · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Curcuminoid) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa). A minor curcuminoid studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties comparable to curcumin.
Bisdemethoxycurcumin — BDMC (Curcuminoid · Antioxidant · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Curcuminoid) from Turmeric (Curcuma longa). A minor curcuminoid studied for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties comparable to curcumin.
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.
Echinacoside (Phenylethanoid Glycoside · Neuroprotective · Male Health)
Polyphenol (Phenylethanoid) from Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa). A phenylethanoid glycoside studied for neuroprotective, neurotrophic, and cognitive-supporting properties.
Echinacoside (Phenylethanoid Glycoside · Neuroprotective · Male Health)
Polyphenol (Phenylethanoid) from Desert Hyacinth (Cistanche tubulosa). A phenylethanoid glycoside studied for neuroprotective, neurotrophic, and cognitive-supporting properties.
Salidroside (Phenylethanol Glycoside · Neuroprotective · Adaptogenic)
Polyphenol (Phenylethanoid Glycoside) from Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea). The primary bioactive of Rhodiola rosea; studied for adaptogenic, neuroprotective.
Salidroside (Phenylethanol Glycoside · Neuroprotective · Adaptogenic)
Polyphenol (Phenylethanoid Glycoside) from Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea). The primary bioactive of Rhodiola rosea; studied for adaptogenic, neuroprotective.
Rosavin (Phenylpropanoid Glycoside · Adaptogenic · Cognitive Performance)
Polyphenol (Phenylpropanoid) from Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea). One of the marker compounds of Rhodiola rosea; studied for adaptogenic properties including cortisol modulation and.
Rosavin (Phenylpropanoid Glycoside · Adaptogenic · Cognitive Performance)
Polyphenol (Phenylpropanoid) from Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea). One of the marker compounds of Rhodiola rosea; studied for adaptogenic properties including cortisol modulation and.
Arctigenin (Dibenzylbutyrolactone Lignan · Antiviral · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Burdock (Arctium lappa). Studied for thermogenic, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Arctigenin (Dibenzylbutyrolactone Lignan · Antiviral · Anti-inflammatory)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Burdock (Arctium lappa). Studied for thermogenic, antiviral, and anti-inflammatory properties.
Schisandrin (Dibenzocyclooctadiene Lignan · Hepatoprotective · Adaptogenic)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis). The primary dibenzocyclooctadiene lignan of Schisandra; studied for hepatoprotective, adaptogenic.
Schisandrin (Dibenzocyclooctadiene Lignan · Hepatoprotective · Adaptogenic)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Schisandra (Schisandra chinensis). The primary dibenzocyclooctadiene lignan of Schisandra; studied for hepatoprotective, adaptogenic.
Magnolol (Biphenyl Neolignan · Anti-inflammatory · Oral Health)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis). Studied for CNS-calming, anti-neuroinflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Magnolol (Biphenyl Neolignan · Anti-inflammatory · Oral Health)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis). Studied for CNS-calming, anti-neuroinflammatory, and antioxidant properties.
Honokiol (Biphenyl Neolignan · Anxiolytic · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis). A bioactive neolignan studied for anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and potential neuroprotective properties.
Honokiol (Biphenyl Neolignan · Anxiolytic · Neuroprotective)
Polyphenol (Lignan) from Magnolia (Magnolia officinalis). A bioactive neolignan studied for anxiolytic, anti-inflammatory, and potential neuroprotective properties.
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