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.
Artemisia Chaste Tree Vitex agnus-castus