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Isoimperatorin

Isoimperatorin is a natural coumarin derivative known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Angelica dahurica, Hansenia weberbaueriana, and Ruta chalepensis.

Associated herbs: 12

Occurs naturally in

Angelica dahurica

Hansenia weberbaueriana

Ruta chalepensis

Isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside

Isorhamnetin-3-O-rutinoside is a bioactive flavonoid glycoside known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This specific compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Opuntia stricta, Carpobrotus edulis, and Balanites aegyptiaca.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Opuntia stricta

Carpobrotus edulis

Balanites aegyptiaca

Loganic acid

Loganic acid is a natural iridoid glycoside found in various medicinal herbs, known for its potential biological activities including anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties. This bioactive compound is commonly present in plants such as Gentiana straminea, Dipsacus asper, and Gentiana officinalis.

Associated herbs: 10

Occurs naturally in

Gentiana straminea

Dipsacus asper

Gentiana officinalis

Myricitrin

Myricitrin is a natural flavonoid found in various medicinal plants that exhibits significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This bioactive compound is prominently present in herbs such as Nymphaea odorata, Diospyros lotus, and Cynara cardunculus.

Associated herbs: 11

Occurs naturally in

Nymphaea odorata

Diospyros lotus

Cynara cardunculus

NEROLIDOL

Nerolidol is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene alcohol known for its diverse biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and sedative properties. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants such as Strychnos innocua, Aframomum leiostemon, and Citronella.

Associated herbs: 16

Occurs naturally in

Strychnos innocua

Aframomum letestuanum

Citronella

Osthole

Osthole is a natural coumarin derivative found in various medicinal herbs that is widely studied for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and neuroprotective properties. It is a primary bioactive constituent in plants such as Cnidium monnieri, Angelica pubescens, and Angelica biserrata.

Associated herbs: 4

Occurs naturally in

Cnidium monnieri

Angelica pubescens

Angelica biserrata

Paeoniflorin

Paeoniflorin is a bioactive monoterpene glycoside known for its significant anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and neuroprotective properties in traditional and modern medicine. This compound is primarily found in herbs of the Paeonia genus, such as Paeonia lactiflora, and is also present in other medicinal plants like Coptis chinensis.

Associated herbs: 5

Occurs naturally in

Paeonia

Paeonia lactiflora

Coptis chinensis

Polydatin

Polydatin is a bioactive resveratrol glycoside known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound is primarily found in medicinal herbs such as Reynoutria japonica, Pseudostellaria heterophylla, and various species of Polygonum.

Associated herbs: 4

Occurs naturally in

Reynoutria japonica

Pseudostellaria heterophylla

Polygonum

Quercetin 3-O-glucoside

Quercetin 3-O-glucoside is a bioactive flavonoid glycoside recognized for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound is found in various medicinal plants, including Cosmos caudatus, Capparis spinosa, and Arbutus pavarii.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Cosmos caudatus

Capparis spinosa

Arbutus pavarii

RD

RD (Rare Dihydroridginin) is a bioactive compound belonging to the dammarane-type triterpenoid saponin family, known for its potential neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory properties. It is primarily found in medicinal herbs of the Panax genus, including species such as Panax notoginseng and Panax ginseng.

Associated herbs: 3

Occurs naturally in

Panax

Panax notoginseng

Panax ginseng

Sesquiterpene

Sesquiterpenes are a diverse class of bioactive compounds composed of three isoprene units, often contributing significant anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and anticancer properties to medicinal plants. These compounds are found in various therapeutic herbs, including Taraxacum sect. Taraxacum (dandelion), Platycladus orientalis (oriental arborvitae), and Angelica keiskei (angelica root).

Associated herbs: 12

Occurs naturally in

Taraxacum sect. Taraxacum

Platycladus orientalis

Angelica keiskei

Stilbenes

Stilbenes are a diverse group of polyphenolic bioactive compounds known for their potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anticancer properties. These natural molecules can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Caragana stenophylla, Yucca schidigera, and Cissus dubia.

Associated herbs: 17

Occurs naturally in

Caragana stenophylla

Yucca schidigera

Cissus dubia

Tiliroside

Tiliroside is a bioactive flavonoid glycoside recognized for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Cirsium arvense var. arvense, Rubus apetalus, and Anaphalis sinica.

Associated herbs: 20

Occurs naturally in

Cirsium arvense var. arvense

Rubus apetalus

Anaphalis sinica

Trigonelline

Trigonelline is a bioactive alkaloid known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including potential neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and hypoglycemic effects. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, such as Aerva javanica, Balanites aegyptiaca, and Trigonella stellata.

Associated herbs: 15

Occurs naturally in

Aerva javanica

Balanites aegyptiaca

Trigonella stellata

allantoin

Allantoin is a bioactive compound known for its significant skin-healing, anti-inflammatory, and cell-proliferative properties. It can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Dioscorea, Nicotiana benthamiana, and Dioscorea deltoidea.

Associated herbs: 17

Occurs naturally in

Dioscorea

Nicotiana benthamiana

Dioscorea deltoidea

choline

Choline is a vital bioactive compound that supports essential functions such as neurotransmitter synthesis, membrane integrity, and lipid metabolism. This nutrient can be found in various medicinal plants, including Changium smyrnioides, Stapelia gigantea, and Thymus vulgaris.

Associated herbs: 12

Occurs naturally in

Changium smyrnioides

Stapelia gigantea

Thymus vulgaris

linolenic acid

Linolenic acid is a vital polyunsaturated fatty acid that plays a key role in reducing inflammation and supporting cardiovascular health within the body. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Phyllolobium chinense, Chenopodium betaceum, and Graptophyllum.

Associated herbs: 18

Occurs naturally in

Phyllolobium chinense

Chenopodium betaceum

Graptophyllum

lycorine

Lycorine is a potent toxic alkaloid found in various medicinal herbs that exhibits significant biological activities, including anti-inflammatory, antiviral, and anti-tumor properties. This bioactive compound is characteristically present in plants such as Hippeastrum puniceum subsp. puniceum, Leucojum aestivum, and Hymenocallis littoralis.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Hippeastrum puniceum subsp. puniceum

Leucojum aestivum

Hymenocallis littoralis

mannose

Mannose is a simple monosaccharide sugar that plays a vital role in cellular metabolism and serves as a key component in the glycosylation of proteins. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Panax notoginseng, Kadsura coccinea, and Potamogeton lucens.

Associated herbs: 15

Occurs naturally in

Panax notoginseng

Kadsura coccinea

Potamogeton lucens

morphine

Morphine is a potent alkaloid derived from medicinal plants that acts as a powerful analgesic to relieve severe pain by binding to opioid receptors in the central nervous system. This bioactive compound is primarily extracted from the opium poppy, Papaver somniferum, and other species within the Papaver genus.

Associated herbs: 3

Occurs naturally in

Ephedra

Papaver somniferum

Papaver

parthenolide

Parthenolide is a potent sesquiterpene lactone known for its significant anti-inflammatory and immunosuppressive properties, often used in research to study its ability to inhibit inflammatory pathways. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including species such as Stizolophus balsamita, Magnolia baillonii, and Magnolia dodecapetala.

Associated herbs: 8

Occurs naturally in

Stizolophus balsamita

Magnolia baillonii

Magnolia dodecapetala

stearic acid

Stearic acid is a long-chain saturated fatty acid found in various medicinal plants that plays a crucial role in supporting cell membrane integrity and metabolic processes. This bioactive compound can be sourced from several botanical species, including Haplophyllum tuberculatum, Ziziphus spina-christi, and Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum.

Associated herbs: 26

Occurs naturally in

Haplophyllum tuberculatum

Ziziphus spina-christi

Gossypium hirsutum var. hirsutum

withanone

Withanone is a potent bioactive steroidal lactone known for its significant neuroprotective, anti-inflammatory, and anti-cancer properties. This specific compound is a primary constituent found in medicinal herbs such as Withania somnifera, commonly known as Ashwagandha.

Associated herbs: 1

Occurs naturally in

Withania somnifera

ABSCISIC ACID

Abscisic acid is a vital phytohormone that regulates various physiological processes in plants, including seed dormancy, stress responses, and stomatal closure. This bioactive compound can be found in several medicinal herbs, such as Eucommia ulmoides, Paulownia fortunei, and Triadica cochinchinensis.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Eucommia ulmoides

Paulownia fortunei

Triadica cochinchinensis

Afzelin

Afzelin is a natural flavonoid glycoside known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and potential anti-tumor properties. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Nymphaea odorata, Ribes fasciculatum, and Eurya tingae.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Nymphaea odorata

Ribes fasciculatum

Eurya tigang

Arjunolic acid

Arjunolic acid is a bioactive triterpenoid known for its significant pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardioprotective activities. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Terminalia arjuna, Akebia trifoliata, and Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia.

Associated herbs: 12

Occurs naturally in

Akebia trifoliata

Camissoniopsis cheiranthifolia

Terminalia arjuna

Atractylodin

Atractylodin is a bioactive sesquiterpene lactone primarily recognized for its significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and gastroprotective properties. This compound is characteristically found in various species of the Atractylodes genus, most notably in Atractylodes lancea, Atractylodes macrocephala, and other related medicinal herbs.

Associated herbs: 3

Occurs naturally in

Atractylodes lancea

Atractylodes macrocephala

Atractylodes

Bakuchiol

Bakuchiol is a bioactive compound primarily used in skincare as a natural, gentler alternative to retinol due to its potent anti-aging and antioxidant properties. It is found in various medicinal herbs, most notably in species such as Psora umbellata, Cullen corylifolium, and Grimolobium glandulosum.

Associated herbs: 2

Occurs naturally in

Cullen corylifolium

Grimolobium glandulosum

CITRONELLAL

Citronellal is a potent monoterpenoid aldehyde known for its strong citrus-like aroma and significant antimicrobial, insecticidal, and anti-inflammatory properties. This bioactive compound is a primary constituent in various medicinal herbs, including Leptospermum, Cymbopogon nardus (citronella grass), and Melissa officinalis (lemon balm).

Associated herbs: 8

Occurs naturally in

Leptospermum

Cymbopogon nardus

Melissa officinalis

Cryptolepine

Cryptolepine is a potent quinoline alkaloid known for its significant antimalarial, antibacterial, and anti-inflammatory properties. It is a primary bioactive constituent found in medicinal herbs such as Cryptolepis sanguinolenta, Sida cordifolia, and Genipa americana.

Associated herbs: 3

Occurs naturally in

Cryptolepis sanguinolenta

Sida cordifolia

Genipa americana

Curcuminoids

Curcuminoids are a group of bioactive polyphenolic compounds known for their potent anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and therapeutic properties. These compounds are primarily found in various species of the ginger family, such as Curcuma longa (turmeric), Curcuma aromatica, and Curcuma mangga.

Associated herbs: 5

Occurs naturally in

Curcuma aromatica

Curcuma longa

Curcuma mangga

Cyanidin

Cyanidin is a potent anthocyanin pigment responsible for the vibrant red and purple hues found in many medicinal plants. It is well-known for its strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, and it can be found in various herbs such as Rosa chinensis, Perilla frutescens, and Leptospermum.

Associated herbs: 15

Occurs naturally in

Rosa chinensis

Perilla frutescens

Leptospermum

Dehydrocostus lactone

Dehydrocostus lactone is a bioactive sesquiterpene lactone known for its significant anti-inflammatory, cytotoxic, and antimicrobial properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Dolomiaea costus, Terminalia chebula, and Zingiber officinale.

Associated herbs: 7

Occurs naturally in

Dolomiaea costus

Terminalia chebula

Zingiber officinale

Dioscin

Dioscin is a bioactive steroidal saponin known for its significant anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and potential anticancer properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Dioscorea zingiberensis, Paris yunnanensis, and Trillium govanianum.

Associated herbs: 9

Occurs naturally in

Dioscorea zingiberensis

Paris yunnanensis

Trillium govanianum

Eupatorin

Eupatorin is a naturally occurring flavone known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and diuretic properties in medicinal applications. This bioactive compound can be found in various botanical species, including Orthosiphon aristatus (commonly known as Java tea), Orthosiphon aristatus var. aristatus, and Clinopodium frivaldszkyanum.

Associated herbs: 8

Occurs naturally in

Orthosiphon aristatus var. aristatus

Orthosiphon aristatus

Clinopodium frivaldszkyanum

Geraniin

Geraniin is a potent hydrolyzable tannin known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties in medicinal applications. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Geranium thunbergii, Phyllanthus caroliniensis, and Alchornea cordifolia.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Geranium thunbergii

Phyllanthus caroliniensis

Alchornea cordifolia

Harpagide

Harpagide is a bioactive iridoid glycoside known for its significant anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties in medicinal applications. This compound can be found in various herbal species, such as Scrophularia ilwensis, Teucrium parviflorum, and Stachys grandidentata.

Associated herbs: 14

Occurs naturally in

Scrophularia ilwensis

Teucrium parviflorum

Stachys grandidentata

Kaurenoic acid

Kaurenoic acid is a bioactive diterpene compound found in various medicinal plants that is often studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic properties. This specific compound is present in several herbal species, including Croton antisyphiliticus, Pleurothyrium cinereum, and Copaifera langsdorffii.

Associated herbs: 10

Occurs naturally in

Croton antisyphiliticus

Pleurothyrium cinereum

Copaifera langsdorffii

LOLIOLIDE

Loliolide is a bioactive lactone compound found in various medicinal herbs that is often studied for its potential pharmacological properties. It can be isolated from specific plant species such as Buphthalmum speciosissimum, Coleus barbatus var. barbatus, and Dicliptera chinensis.

Associated herbs: 15

Occurs naturally in

Buphthalmum speciosissimum

Coleus barbatus var. barbatus

Dicliptera chinensis

METHYLEUGENOL

Methyleugenol is a bioactive phenylpropene compound found in various medicinal herbs that is often studied for its diverse pharmacological properties, including antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory effects. It is a key constituent in plants such as Rhynchanthus beesianus, Asarum sieboldii, and Asarum heterotropoides.

Associated herbs: 11

Occurs naturally in

Rhynchanthus beesianus

Asarum sieboldii

Asarum heterotropoides

Maslinic acid

Maslinic acid is a potent pentacyclic triterpenoid known for its diverse pharmacological activities, including anti-inflammatory, anticancer, and antioxidant properties. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Geum japonicum, Condea verticillata, and Lagerstroemia speciosa.

Associated herbs: 18

Occurs naturally in

Geum japonicum

Condea verticillata

Lagerstroemia speciosa

Medicarpin

Medicarpin is a naturally occurring phytoalexin belonging to the pterocarpan class, known for its potent antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties. This bioactive compound can be found in various medicinal herbs, including Mucuna pruriens, Glycyrrhiza glabra, and Abrus precatorius.

Associated herbs: 15

Occurs naturally in

Mucuna pruriens

Glycyrrhiza glabra

Abrus precatorius

Monoterpenoid Indole Alkaloids

Monoterpenoid indole alkaloids are a diverse class of bioactive secondary metabolites formed through the fusion of a monoterpene moiety and a tryptamine unit. These compounds are renowned for their potent pharmacological activities, including anticancer and antimalarial properties, and are found in medicinal plants such as Catharanthus roseus, Camptotheca acuminata, and Tabernaemontana bovina.

Associated herbs: 8

Occurs naturally in

Catharanthus roseus

Camptotheca acuminata

Tabernaemontana bovina

Pinostrobin

Pinostrobin is a bioactive flavanone known for its diverse pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and antimicrobial activities. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, such as Dysphania incisa, Populus nigra, and Cajanus cajan.

Associated herbs: 8

Occurs naturally in

Dysphania incisa

Populus nigra

Cajanus cajan

Procyanidin B2

Procyanidin B2 is a potent bioactive flavonoid belonging to the condensed tannin family, known for its significant antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and neuroprotective properties. This compound can be found in various medicinal plants, including Urceola micrantha, Sterculia tragacantha, and Arachniodes exilis.

Associated herbs: 13

Occurs naturally in

Urceola micrantha

Sterculia tragacantha

Arachniodes exilis

Rhynchophylline

Rhynchophylline is a bioactive oxindole alkaloid found in various species of the Uncaria genus, primarily recognized for its neuroprotective and antihypertensive properties. This compound is most notably extracted from medicinal herbs such as Uncaria rhynchophylla, Uncaria tomentosa (Cat's Claw), and other members of the Uncaria genus.

Associated herbs: 4

Occurs naturally in

Uncaria rhynchophylla

Uncaria tomentosa

Uncaria

Secoiridoids

Secoiridoids are a diverse class of bitter-tasting bioactive compounds found in various medicinal plants, known for their significant anti-inflammatory, antimicrobial, and antioxidant properties. This group of compounds is present in several notable botanical species, such as Lomatogonium carinthiacum, Ligustrum vulgare, and Chrysojasminum humile.

Associated herbs: 11

Occurs naturally in

Lomatogonium carinthiacum

Ligustrum vulgare

Chrysojasminum humile

TANNIC ACID

Tannic acid is a bioactive polyphenolic compound found in various medicinal herbs that functions primarily as a potent astringent and antioxidant due to its ability to precipitate proteins. This compound is present in several plant species, including Brucea javanica, Acalypha wilkesiana, and Abrus precatorius.

Associated herbs: 11

Occurs naturally in

Brucea javanica

Acalypha wilkesiana

Abrus precatorius