Compound Monograph

Beta-resinic acid

A triterpenoid resin acid reported from muira puama (Ptychopetalum olacoides).

Classification

Beta-resinic acid is one of the triterpenes, 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)

Beta-resinic acid is one of the triterpenes, found in Muira Puama.