Compound Monograph

Bacopaside I

A dammarane-type triterpenoid saponin from Bacopa monnieri, one of the bacosides studied for memory and neuroprotective effects.

Classification

Bacopaside I 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)

Bacopaside I is one of the saponins, found in Bacopa.