Compound Monograph
Asperuloside
An iridoid glycoside found in cleavers (Galium aparine) and other bedstraws, contributing to their mild laxative and diuretic action and studied for anti-inflammatory effects.
Classification
Asperuloside is one of the iridoids, 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? (3)
Asperuloside is one of the iridoids, found in Cleavers, Madder and Woodruff.