Ellagic acid is a potent bioactive polyphenol found in various medicinal herbs, recognized for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-carcinogenic properties. This compound is naturally present in several plant species, including Abrus precatorius, Acacia nilotica, and Acalypha hispidia.
Associated herbs: 15
Occurs naturally in
Camellia sinensis
Clematis ispahanica
Excoecaria lucida
Ferulic acid is a potent bioactive phenolic compound renowned for its strong antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and photoprotective properties. It is naturally found in various medicinal plants, including Acorus calamus, Acrostichum aureum, and Actaea racemosa.
Associated herbs: 16
N-trans-feruloyltyramine is a bioactive phenylpropanoid amide known for its diverse pharmacological activities, including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Allium hookeri, Allium tripedale, and Annona montana.
Associated herbs: 17
Occurs naturally in
Allium hookeri
Allium tripedale
Annona montana
Oleic acid is a monounsaturated fatty acid known for its potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and moisturizing properties in medicinal applications. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Acacia auriculiformis, Acacia concinna, and Acacia modesta.
Associated herbs: 16
Occurs naturally in
Bidens pilosa
Brassica oleracea var. italica
Cistanche phelypaea
Puerarin is a bioactive isoflavone primarily known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. It is a key constituent found in various medicinal herbs, including Glycine max (soybean), Glycyrrhiza uraelensis (licorice), and Gastrodia elata.
Associated herbs: 5
Rb3 is a specific type of ginsenoside, a bioactive saponin known for its potential neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and anti-tumor properties. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs of the Panax genus, such as Panax ginseng, Panax japonicus var. bipinnatifidus, and other species within the ginseng family.
Associated herbs: 5
Salidroside is a bioactive phenylethanoid glycoside known for its potent antioxidant, neuroprotective, and anti-stress properties. This compound is found in various medicinal herbs, including Abeliumophyllum distichum, Acer tegmentosum, and Buddleja officinalis.
Associated herbs: 6
Salvianolic acid B is a potent bioactive compound known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Brachychiton populneus, Dracocephalum palmatum, and Lobostemon trigonus.
Associated herbs: 1
Silicon (Si) is an essential trace element found in medicinal herbs that plays a crucial role in strengthening plant cell walls and enhancing various physiological activities in humans. This bioactive compound can be found in plants such as Aloe ferox, Atractylodes macrocephala, and Azadirachta indica.
Associated herbs: 17
Silymarin is a complex of flavonolignans renowned for its potent antioxidant and hepatoprotective properties, which help stabilize liver cell membranes and promote tissue regeneration. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Cynara scolymus (artichoke), Chrysanthellum indicum, and Fagonia cretica.
Associated herbs: 1
Tannins are a class of polyphenolic bioactive compounds known for their astringent properties, which allow them to bind to and precipitate proteins, often providing antioxidant and antimicrobial benefits. These compounds are found in various medicinal plants, including Acacia, Abrus precatorius, and Abies spectabilis.
Associated herbs: 26
Occurs naturally in
Acacia macrostachya
Arisaema dracontium
Artemisia albida
Tanshinone IIA is a potent diterpene quinone known for its significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardiovascular protective properties. This bioactive compound is primarily found in various species of the Salvia genus, including Salvia miltiorrhiza, Salvia castanea, and Salvia abrotanoides.
Associated herbs: 1
Acetogenins are a class of polyketide-derived bioactive compounds found in various medicinal plants, known primarily for their potent cytotoxic and anticancer properties. These compounds are characteristic of several species within the Annonaceae family, including Annickia affinis, Annickia chlorantha, and Annona coriacea.
Associated herbs: 14
Occurs naturally in
Annickia affinis
Annickia chlorantha
Annona coriacea
Alpha-linolenic acid is an essential omega-3 fatty acid known for its potent anti-inflammatory and cardioprotective properties within medicinal plants. This bioactive compound can be found in various herbs, including Bischofia polycarpa, Euphorbia helioscopia, and Euphorbia pekinensis.
Associated herbs: 18
Occurs naturally in
Bischofia polycarpa
Euphorbia helioscopia
Euphorbia pekinensis
Arabinogalactan is a complex polysaccharide found in various medicinal plants that is recognized for its immunomodulatory and prebiotic properties. This bioactive compound can be found in herbs such as Angelica sinensis, Arnica montana, and Artemisia afra.
Associated herbs: 23
Occurs naturally in
Angelica sinensis
Arnica montana
Artemisia afra
Arjungenin is a bioactive flavonoid compound known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties in medicinal plants. It can be found in various botanical species, such as Mitragyna inermis, Rhododendron collettianum, and Terminalia albidum.
Associated herbs: 8
Occurs naturally in
Mitragyna inermis
Rhododendron collettianum
Terminalia albida
Artemetin is a bioactive sesquiterpene compound found in various medicinal herbs, primarily known for its potential pharmacological properties in traditional medicine. It is a characteristic constituent of plants such as Achillea millefolium, Artemisia annua, and Artemisia rupestris.
Associated herbs: 9
Occurs naturally in
Achillea millefolium
Artemisia annua
Artemisia rupestris
Bioflavonoids are a diverse group of bioactive polyphenolic compounds found in plants that function as potent antioxidants and anti-inflammatory agents to support vascular health and immune function. These compounds are abundant in various medicinal herbs, such as Allium sativum (garlic), Alsomiella macrophyllia, and Centella asiatica (gotu kola).
Associated herbs: 17
Occurs naturally in
Allium sativum
Alstonia macrophylla
Centella asiatica
Caffeoylquinic acid is a potent bioactive polyphenol known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. It is commonly found in various medicinal herbs, including Arnica montana, Artemisia frigida, and Baccharis concava.
Associated herbs: 15
Occurs naturally in
Arnica montana
Artemisia frigida
Baccharis concava
Calcium oxalate is a bioactive compound found in various medicinal herbs that typically exists in the form of microscopic crystals within plant tissues. This compound is present in several botanical species, including Acanthopanax senticosus, Agrimonia pilosa, and Aralia.
Associated herbs: 20
Occurs naturally in
Acanthopanax senticosus
Agrimonia pilosa
Aralia
Cannabinol (CBN) is a bioactive compound produced through the oxidation of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) as cannabis plants age or are exposed to air and light. It is primarily found in various species of the Cannabis genus, most notably in Cannabis sativa.
Associated herbs: 2
Chelidonine is a bioactive isoquinoline alkaloid known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and potential antitumor activities. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Chelidonium majus, Corydalis cava, and Dicentra spectabilis.
Associated herbs: 9
Occurs naturally in
Chelidonium majus
Corydalis cava
Dicentra spectabilis
Compound 8 is a bioactive constituent identified within specific medicinal flora, often studied for its potential pharmacological activities. This particular compound can be found in various plant species, such as Areca catechu, Artemisia atrovirgens, and Camellia oleifera.
Associated herbs: 21
Occurs naturally in
Areca catechu
Artemisia atrovirens
Camellia oleifera
Cryptochlorogenic acid is a bioactive phenolic compound found in various medicinal herbs that often exhibits significant antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. This specific compound can be sourced from plants such as Acanthopanax sessiliflorus, Apocynum venetum, and Artemisia argyi.
Associated herbs: 22
Occurs naturally in
Acanthopanax sessiliflorus
Apocynum venetum
Aronia × prunifolia
Cynaroside is a potent bioactive phenylethanoid glycoside known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and hepatoprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Arbutus unedo, Asteriscus graveolens, and Cistanche deserticola.
Associated herbs: 14
Occurs naturally in
Arbutus unedo
Asteriscus graveolens
Cistanche deserticola
Decursin is a bioactive coumarin derivative known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Angelica gigas, Angelica sinensis, and Angelica tenuissima.
Associated herbs: 5
Dihydrotanshinone I is a bioactive diterpene quinone known for its potent pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and anti-tumor activities. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Salvia miltiorrhiza, Aquilaria sinensis, and Isatis indigoica.
Associated herbs: 3
Occurs naturally in
Aquilaria sinensis
Isatis indigotica
Salvia miltiorrhiza
Fucose is a deoxy sugar that often serves as a critical structural component in the complex polysaccharides and glycoproteins found within medicinal plants. This bioactive compound can be found in various species, including Aloe macra, Aloe purpurea, and Aloe tormentorii.
Associated herbs: 19
Gentisic acid is a bioactive phenolic compound known for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, which contribute to the therapeutic potential of various medicinal plants. This compound can be found in several botanical species, including Alchemilla vulgaris, Artabotrys hildebrandtii, and Aster scaber.
Associated herbs: 26
Occurs naturally in
Alchemilla vulgaris
Artabotrys hildebrandtii
Aster scaber
Gibberellins are a class of plant hormones that play a vital role in regulating various developmental processes, including seed germination, stem elongation, and flowering. While often studied in model organisms like Arabidopsis thaliana, these bioactive compounds are also found in various medicinal herbs such as Aconitum kusnezoffii and Angelica sinensis.
Associated herbs: 15
Occurs naturally in
Aconitum kusnezoffii
Angelica sinensis
Arabidopsis thaliana
Ginkgolic acids are a group of bioactive compounds found in certain medicinal plants that are known for their potent biological activities, including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. These compounds are most notably found in the leaves and seeds of the Ginkgo biloba tree.
Associated herbs: 1
Ginkgolide A is a potent bioactive diterpene lactone known primarily for its ability to inhibit platelet-activating factor (PAF), which can help improve blood circulation and reduce inflammation. This specific compound is most notably found in the leaves of the Ginkgo biloba tree.
Associated herbs: 1
Histidine is an essential amino acid that serves as a vital building block for proteins and plays a crucial role in regulating metabolic processes and immune responses within the body. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Aloe arborescens, Bauhinia variegata var. candida, and Camellia sinensis.
Associated herbs: 17
Occurs naturally in
Aloe arborescens
Bauhinia variegata var. candida
Camellia sinensis
Icaritin is a potent bioactive flavonoid derived from the Epimedium genus that is widely studied for its ability to promote bone formation and enhance cardiovascular health. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Epimedium brevicornum, Epimedium koreanum, and the broader Epimedium species commonly known as Horny Goat Weed.
Associated herbs: 5
Inulin is a type of prebiotic soluble dietary fiber that promotes gut health by stimulating the growth of beneficial bacteria in the digestive system. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Adenophora, Arctium lappa, and Atractylodes macrocephala.
Associated herbs: 11
Iron (Fe) is an essential trace mineral that acts as a vital cofactor for numerous enzymatic processes and is crucial for oxygen transport within the body. Various medicinal herbs, such as Ajuga bracteosa, Aloe vera, and Artemisia, serve as natural sources of this bioactive element to support overall physiological health.
Associated herbs: 28
Lupeol acetate is a bioactive triterpenoid known for its significant anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties in medicinal applications. This compound can be found in various therapeutic plants, including Bidens pilosa, Bowdichia virgilioides, and Caesalpinia decapetala.
Associated herbs: 17
Occurs naturally in
Bidens pilosa
Bowdichia virgilioides
Caesalpinia decapetala
Maltose is a disaccharide composed of two glucose units that serves as a vital source of dietary energy and metabolic fuel within medicinal plants. This bioactive carbohydrate can be found in various botanical sources, including herbs and legumes such as Amaranthus cruentus, Amaranthus hybridus, and Cicer arietinum.
Associated herbs: 14
Occurs naturally in
Amaranthus cruentus
Amaranthus hybridus
Cicer arietinum
Mannitol is a naturally occurring sugar alcohol that functions as a bioactive compound in various medicinal herbs, often contributing to osmotic regulation and antioxidant properties. This compound can be found in several botanical species, including Aegiphila integrifolia, Angelica acutiloba, and Berberis microphylla.
Associated herbs: 19
Occurs naturally in
Aegiphila integrifolia
Angelica acutiloba
Berberis microphylla
n-Butanol is an organic solvent and bioactive component often extracted from medicinal plants, valued for its ability to facilitate the isolation of various therapeutic phytochemicals. This compound can be identified in the chemical profiles of several medicinal herbs, including Bauhinia scandens, Cestrum nocturnum, and Citrullus colocynthis.
Associated herbs: 17
Occurs naturally in
Bauhinia scandens
Cestrum nocturnum
Citrullus colocynthis
Nickel is a trace element found in certain medicinal plants that can play a role in various enzymatic processes and metabolic functions within the body. Examples of herbs known to contain this bioactive compound include Albizia anthelmintica, Baccharis trimera, and Boehravia elegans.
Associated herbs: 26
Occurs naturally in
Albizia anthelmintica
Baccharis trimera
Boerhavia elegans
Progesterone is a vital steroid hormone that plays a key role in regulating reproductive cycles and maintaining pregnancy in many mammals. While it is a primary hormone in humans, related steroid bioactive compounds can be derived from medicinal herbs such as Alisma orientale, Angelica acutiloba, and Digitalis lanata.
Associated herbs: 15
Occurs naturally in
Alisma orientale
Angelica acutiloba
Digitalis lanata
Protopanaxadiol is a key tetracyclic triterpene saponin that serves as a vital metabolic precursor in the biosynthesis of various ginsenosides. This bioactive compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Panax ginseng, though traces can also be identified in other botanical species.
Associated herbs: 7
Quercetin-3-O-rutinoside, commonly known as rutin, is a potent flavonoid antioxidant that provides significant anti-inflammatory and vascular-protective benefits. This bioactive compound is found in various medicinal plants, including Annona senegalensis, Bergenia ciliata, and several species of Citrus.
Associated herbs: 19
Occurs naturally in
Annona senegalensis
Bergenia ciliata
Citrus
Reserpine is an indole alkaloid primarily used as an antipsychotic and antihypertensive medication due to its ability to deplete catecholamines in the nervous system. This bioactive compound is found in medicinal plants such as Rauvolfia serpentina (Indian Snakeroot), which is a key source for its extraction.
Associated herbs: 8
Rosavin is a bioactive phenylpropanoid glycoside known for its potential neuroprotective and adaptogenic properties in supporting the body's stress response. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Eleutherococcus senticosus, Rhodiola crenulata, and Rhodiola imbricata.
Associated herbs: 5
Occurs naturally in
Eleutherococcus senticosus
Rhodiola crenulata
Rhodiola imbricata
Salvianolic acid A is a potent bioactive polyphenol known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and cardioprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Ocimum basilicum (basil), Prunella vulgaris (self-heal), and Rosmarinus officinalis (rosemary).
Associated herbs: 6
Occurs naturally in
Ocimum basilicum
Prunella vulgaris
Rosmarinus officinalis
Sapogenins are steroid or triterpene aglycones produced when saponin glycosides are hydrolyzed, serving as key bioactive components that often exhibit anti-inflammatory and cholesterol-lowering properties. These compounds can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Akebia quinata, Allium sativum, and Asparagus ascendens.
Associated herbs: 11
