Compound Monograph
Aloe-emodin
An anthraquinone with laxative and studied anticancer activity.
Classification
Aloe-emodin is one of the anthraquinones, 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? (4)
Aloe-emodin is one of the anthraquinones, found in Aloe, Cascara sagrada, Rhubarb and 1 other source.