Compound Monograph

Akuammiline

A monoterpene indole alkaloid of the akuammiline type, named for the akuamma tree and occurring as a minor alkaloid in kratom; this group is best known for studied antimalarial activity.

Classification

Akuammiline is one of the indole alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.

Where Does It Come From? (2)

Akuammiline is one of the indole alkaloids, found in Akuamma and Kratom.