Licochalcone A is a bioactive chalcone derivative known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. This compound is primarily found in various species of licorice, including Glycyrrhiza glabra, Glycyrrhiza inflata, and Glycyrrhiza euricarpas.
Associated herbs: 5
Occurs naturally in
Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Glycyrrhiza glabra
Glycyrrhiza inflata
Putrescine is a bioactive polyamine that plays a crucial role in plant growth, cell division, and the regulation of physiological responses to environmental stress. This compound can be found in various botanical species, including Arabidopsis thaliana, Avena sativa, and Cicer arietinum.
Associated herbs: 39
Chromium is a trace mineral that plays a vital role in regulating blood sugar levels by enhancing the body's sensitivity to insulin. It can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Albizia anthelmintica, Aloe barbadensis, and Aloe vera.
Associated herbs: 234
Citronellal is a key monoterpene alcohol found in many essential oils, known for its potent antimicrobial, insecticidal, and anti-inflammatory properties. This bioactive compound is prominently present in medicinal herbs such as Alpinia galanga, Citrus hystrix, and Cupressus macrocarpa.
Associated herbs: 55
Occurs naturally in
Eucalyptus siderophloia
Foeniculum vulgare
Teucrium kotschyanum
Compound 3 is a bioactive phytochemical found in various medicinal herbs that contributes to their diverse therapeutic properties. It is commonly identified in plant species such as Abuta grandifolia, Alpinia officinarum, and Andrographis paniculata.
Associated herbs: 48
Occurs naturally in
Artemisia atrovirens
Cullen corylifolium
Xanthoceras sorbifolium
D-glucose is a fundamental monosaccharide that serves as a primary energy source for cellular metabolism and plays a crucial role in the structural integrity of various plant components. This bioactive sugar is naturally present in a wide range of medicinal plants, including Alisma orientale, Aloe saponaria, and Aronia melanocarpa.
Associated herbs: 58
Furanocoumarins are a class of bioactive secondary metabolites found in various medicinal plants that are known for their potent phototoxic and pharmacological properties. These compounds are commonly present in herbs such as Ammi majus, Angelica, and Angelica archangelica.
Associated herbs: 28
Occurs naturally in
Apium graveolens
Petroselinum crispum
Ficus carica
Geranyl acetate is a bioactive monoterpene ester known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant activities. This compound is commonly found in various medicinal herbs, such as Artemisia campestris subsp. campestris, Artemisia pallens, and Coriandrum sativum.
Associated herbs: 83
Occurs naturally in
Micromeria ericifolia
Thymus vulgaris
Pycnanthemum pycnanthemoides
Glutamic acid is a non-essential amino acid that functions as a vital neurotransmitter and a key building block for protein synthesis within medicinal plants. This bioactive compound can be found in various botanical sources, such as Aloe arborescens, Baptisia tinctoria, and Bauhinia variegata var. candida.
Associated herbs: 178
Occurs naturally in
Allium ampeloprasum
Lepidium meyenii
Melia azedarach
Glutathione (GSH) is a potent endogenous antioxidant that plays a critical role in neutralizing free radicals and protecting cells from oxidative stress. This bioactive compound is synthesized within various plant species, including medicinal and model organisms such as Allium cepa (onion), Allium sativum (garlic), and Arabidopsis thaliana.
Associated herbs: 30
Huperzine A is a potent alkaloid that acts as a highly selective acetylcholinesterase inhibitor, making it useful for enhancing cognitive function and memory by increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain. This bioactive compound is primarily extracted from various species of clubmoss, such as Huperzia serrata, Huperzia crispata, and Huperzia selago.
Associated herbs: 9
Hydroxytyrosol is a potent polyphenolic compound known for its exceptional antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which help protect cells from oxidative damage. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Actaea racemosa, Cucurbita pepo, and Ligustrum lucidum.
Associated herbs: 6
Occurs naturally in
Olea europaea
Ligustrum lucidum
Plantago lanceolata
Matrine is a bioactive quinolizidine alkaloid known for its diverse pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and antitumor properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs such as Euchresta tubulosa, Rehmannia glutinosa, and Scutellaria baicalensis.
Associated herbs: 12
Occurs naturally in
Styphnolobium japonicum
Sophora tonkinensis var. tonkinensis
Sophora pachycarpa
Raffinose is a trisaccharide composed of galactose, glucose, and fructose that serves as a prebiotic carbohydrate in various medicinal plants. This bioactive compound can be found in several herbs and legumes, including Angelica acutiloba, Cajanus cajan, and Canavalia ensiformis.
Associated herbs: 75
Occurs naturally in
Allium ampeloprasum
Dianthus caryophyllus
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Rb2 is a specific type of ginsenoside, a bioactive saponin known for its potential neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs of the Panax genus, such as Panax ginseng, Panax notoginseng, and other related species.
Associated herbs: 4
Saikosaponin A is a major bioactive triterpenoid saponin known for its potent anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs of the Bupleurum genus, including species such as Bupleurum chinense, Bupleurum scorzonerifolium (Chai Hu), and Bupleurum chinense var. chinense.
Associated herbs: 15
Occurs naturally in
Panax quinquefolius
Bupleurum chinense var. chinense
Clinopodium chinense
Z-ligustilide is a bioactive phthalide derivative primarily known for its potent anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and vasodilatory properties in medicinal applications. This specific compound is a major constituent found in various species of the Angelica genus, including Angelica biserrata, Angelica dahurica, and Angelica keiskei.
Associated herbs: 14
Occurs naturally in
Apium graveolens
Levisticum officinale
Anethum graveolens
Azadirachtin is a potent limonoid compound primarily known for its powerful insecticidal and anti-inflammatory properties. It is the principal bioactive constituent found in the Neem tree (Azadirachta indica), where it serves as a natural defense mechanism against pests.
Associated herbs: 1
Glycine is a simple amino acid that serves as a crucial bioactive compound in medicinal herbs, functioning as a neurotransmitter and a building block for protein synthesis. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Allium sativum (garlic), Astragalus membranaceus, and Bauhinia variegata var. candida.
Associated herbs: 164
Harmaline is a naturally occurring beta-carboline alkaloid known for its psychoactive properties and its ability to act as a reversible monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI). This bioactive compound is found in various medicinal plants, including Banisteriopsis caapi, Peganum harmala, and Silene undulata.
Associated herbs: 5
Occurs naturally in
Peganum harmala
Banisteriopsis caapi
Passiflora edulis
Tryptamine is a bioactive indole alkaloid derived from the amino acid tryptophan that plays a critical role in modulating neurological functions and biological signaling. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Catharanthus roseus, Coccoloba alnifolia, and Codonoopsis convolvlacea.
Associated herbs: 27
Arctigenin is a bioactive lignan known for its significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and potential anti-tumor properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Arctium lappa (Burdock), Carthamus tinctorius (Safflower), and Cnicus benedictus (Blessed Thistle).
Associated herbs: 11
Occurs naturally in
Centaurea benedicta
Arctium lappa
Forsythia suspensa
Demethoxycurcumin is a bioactive curcuminoid found in certain medicinal herbs that possesses significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties. This compound is primarily found in species of the Curcuma genus, including Curcuma longa and Curcuma domestica.
Associated herbs: 7
Occurs naturally in
Curcuma longa
Etlingera elatior
Curcuma phaeocaulis
Dendrobine is a bioactive alkaloid primarily found in the Dendrobium genus of orchids, known for its potential pharmacological properties in managing inflammation and neurological health. This compound is specifically concentrated in medicinal herb species such as Dendrobium nobile, Dendrobium candidum, and Dendrobium catenatum.
Associated herbs: 7
Occurs naturally in
Dendrobium nobile
Dendrobium officinale
Dendrobium moniliforme
Esculetin is a natural coumarin derivative found in various medicinal plants, known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. This bioactive compound can be found in several herbal species, including Alchemilla speciosa, Artemisia capillaris, and Artemisia montana.
Associated herbs: 53
Essential amino acids are vital bioactive compounds that the human body cannot synthesize on its own, making them necessary components for protein synthesis and overall metabolic function. These fundamental building blocks are found in various medicinal plants, including Abelmoschus esculentus (okra), Adenopus breviflorus, and Cannabis sativa.
Associated herbs: 24
Occurs naturally in
Clinacanthus nutans
Rheum palmatum
Rheum officinale
Gallocatechin is a potent polyphenolic antioxidant belonging to the flavan-3-ol group, known for its significant anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective properties. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Camellia sinensis (green tea), Crocus sativus (saffron), and Croton celtdifolius.
Associated herbs: 46
Genkwanin is a bioactive sesquiterpene lactone known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including significant anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor activities. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilegia oxysepala, and Artemisia afra.
Associated herbs: 31
Occurs naturally in
Thymus vulgaris
Salvia officinalis
Populus balsamifera
Harpagoside is a potent iridoid glycoside known for its significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and analgesic properties. This bioactive compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Harpagophytum procumbens, Harpagophytum zeyeri, and Bupleurum rigidum.
Associated herbs: 12
Occurs naturally in
Scrophularia buergeriana
Scrophularia scorodonia
Verbascum thapsus
Monoterpenes are a class of small, volatile organic compounds composed of ten carbon atoms that often provide medicinal herbs with their distinct aromatic scents and therapeutic properties. These bioactive molecules are commonly found in various plants, such as Achillea millefolium, Artemisia asiatica, and Artemisia tournefortiana.
Associated herbs: 25
Myristicin is a natural phenylpropene found in various medicinal herbs that is known for its psychoactive, sedative, and anti-inflammatory properties. This bioactive compound is prominently present in plants such as Anethum graveolens (dill), Asarum insigne, and Asarum sieboldii.
Associated herbs: 40
NAA (Naphthalene acetic acid) is a bioactive compound often studied for its role as a synthetic auxin that regulates plant growth and demonstrates various pharmacological activities. This compound can be found within the chemical profiles of medicinal herbs such as Aerva lanata, Ajuga lupulina, and Anoectochilus roxburgii.
Associated herbs: 42
Occurs naturally in
Woodfordia fruticosa
Polygonatum odoratum
Anoectochilus roxburghii
Neral is a key monoterpene aldehyde that contributes significantly to the citrusy and fresh aroma profiles of various medicinal plants. It is a major bioactive constituent found in several aromatic grasses, including Cymbopogon citratus, Cymbopogon distans, and Cymbopogon flexuosus.
Associated herbs: 45
Occurs naturally in
Micromeria ericifolia
Monarda russeliana
Camphora officinarum
Oxymatrine is a bioactive quinolizidine alkaloid known for its significant pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, anti-tumor, and anti-viral activities. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Euchresta tubulosa, Rehmannia glutinosa, and Scutellaria baicalensis.
Associated herbs: 12
Occurs naturally in
Sophora tonkinensis var. tonkinensis
Sophora pachycarpa
Sophora flavescens var. flavescens
Petroleum ether is a non-polar organic solvent used in botanical extraction to isolate lipophilic bioactive compounds such as fats, waxes, and essential oils. This solvent is frequently utilized to extract these specific constituents from medicinal herbs, including Adenanthera pavonina, Ailanthus excelsa, and Ajuga remotiflora.
Associated herbs: 55
Occurs naturally in
Delphinium cashmerianum
Ailanthus excelsa
Aloe vera
Rg2 is a specific type of ginsenoside, a bioactive saponin that plays a key role in modulating the central nervous system and enhancing metabolic functions. This compound is primarily found in various species of the Panax genus, including Panax ginseng, Panax japonicus var. bipinnatifidus, and other medicinal ginseng varieties.
Associated herbs: 7
Saikosaponin D is a prominent bioactive triterpenoid saponin known for its potent anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and hepatoprotective properties. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs of the genus Bupleurum, such as Bupleurum chinense, Bupleurum bungeanum, and Bupleurum chaopis.
Associated herbs: 14
Occurs naturally in
Bupleurum chinense var. chinense
Bupleurum falcatum
Bupleurum scorzonerifolium
Silybin is a potent bioactive flavonolignan known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Anastatica hierochuntica, Artemisia annua, and Helichrysum splendidum.
Associated herbs: 5
Occurs naturally in
Silybum marianum
Helichrysum splendidum
Anastatica hierochuntica
Terpinolene is a monoterpene bioactive compound known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including antioxidant, antimicrobial, and anti-inflammatory effects. This aromatic compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Artemisia annua, Bougainvillea spectabilis, and Cannabis sativa.
Associated herbs: 161
Occurs naturally in
Micromeria ericifolia
Ferula gummosa
Cinnamomum aromaticum
Trigonelline is a bioactive alkaloid known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including potential neuroprotective, anti-diabetic, and anti-inflammatory effects. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Aerva persica, Amaranthus cruentus, and Amaranthus hybridus.
Associated herbs: 59
Vicenin-2 is a bioactive coumarin derivative known for its significant pharmacological properties, including antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs such as Abrus mollis, Achillea millefolium, and Artemisia argyi.
Associated herbs: 33
Occurs naturally in
Trigonella foenum-graecum
Crataegus monogyna
Ocimum basilicum
Allantoin is a bioactive compound known for its potent cell-proliferating and skin-healing properties, which help accelerate tissue regeneration and soothe inflammation. It is naturally found in various medicinal herbs, such as Aesculus hippocastanum, Aloe lettyae, and Aloe longibracheata.
Associated herbs: 53
Malic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that plays a vital role in cellular energy production through the citric acid cycle and contributes to the antioxidant properties of medicinal plants. This bioactive compound can be found in various herbal species, including Berberis vulgaris, Bryophyllum pinnatum, and Callisia fragrans.
Associated herbs: 152
Occurs naturally in
Annona muricata
Lepidium meyenii
Chaenomeles japonica
Phenylpropanoids are a diverse group of bioactive compounds derived from the amino acid phenylalanine, known for their significant pharmacological activities including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial properties. These compounds are widely distributed in various medicinal plants, such as Adenophora triphylla, Agastache rugosa, and Alpinia oxyphyllia.
Associated herbs: 32
Occurs naturally in
Lathyrus sativus
Huperzia serrata
Arundina graminifolia
Sterols are a class of bioactive lipid compounds found in plant cell membranes that play a crucial role in modulating physiological processes and providing anti-inflammatory benefits. These compounds are abundant in various medicinal herbs, including species such as Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia concinna, and Albizia lebbeck.
Associated herbs: 36
Occurs naturally in
Centaurea benedicta
Bacopa monnieri
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Threonine is an essential amino acid that serves as a critical building block for protein synthesis and plays a vital role in maintaining immune function and tissue repair. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal and nutritional plants, such as Astragalus chinensis, Baptisia tinctoria, and Brassica napus.
Associated herbs: 170
Apigenin-7-O-glucoside is a bioactive flavonoid glycoside known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Achillea millefolium, Ajuga iva, and Cuminum cyminum.
Associated herbs: 35
Occurs naturally in
Pimpinella aromatica
Achillea millefolium
Myrrhis odorata
Dihydromyricetin is a potent antioxidant flavonoid known for its significant anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and anti-diabetic properties. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Ampelopsis grosseedentata, Carthamus tinctorius, and Ginkgo biloba.
Associated herbs: 12
Occurs naturally in
Populus balsamifera
Ginkgo biloba
Hovenia acerba
