Compound Monograph
Brahmic acid
A pentacyclic triterpene acid (madecassic acid) reported from Centella asiatica.
Classification
Brahmic 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)
Brahmic acid is one of the triterpenes, found in Gotu Kola.