Compound Monograph

Casticin

A methoxylated flavonol and a marker constituent of chaste tree berries; studied for anti-inflammatory and antiproliferative activity.

Classification

Casticin 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? (2)

Casticin is one of the flavonoids, found in Artemisia and Chaste Tree.