Compound Monograph

Arjunenin

A triterpenoid saponin glycoside isolated from Terminalia arjuna bark.

Classification

Arjunenin is one of the saponins, 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)

Arjunenin is one of the saponins, found in Arjuna.