Compound Monograph
6-Hydroxy-mellein
A hydroxylated dihydroisocoumarin (mellein derivative) reported in pau d'arco, within the coumarin class.
Classification
6-Hydroxy-mellein is one of the coumarins, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
6-Hydroxy-mellein is one of the coumarins, found in Pau D'Arco.