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.