Compound Monograph
Biapigenin
A biflavone (two linked apigenin units) occurring mainly in the buds and flowers of St. John’s Wort; studied for neuroprotective and antidepressant-related activity.
Classification
Biapigenin is one of the flavonoids, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.
Where Does It Come From? (1)
Biapigenin is one of the flavonoids, found in St. John's Wort.