Compound Monograph
10-Epicanin
A sesquiterpene lactone reported in feverfew, belonging to the bitter principles characteristic of the plant.
Classification
10-Epicanin is one of the sesquiterpene lactones, part of the terpenoids class. The largest class of plant compounds, built from five-carbon isoprene units — the essential-oil aromatics, resins, bitter principles, saponins, and plant sterols.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
10-Epicanin is one of the sesquiterpene lactones, found in Feverfew.