Compound Monograph
Chrysophanol
A yellow anthraquinone pigment found in rhubarb, yellow dock and other Rumex and Rhamnus plants; contributes to their mild laxative and antimicrobial activity.
Classification
Chrysophanol is one of the anthraquinones, 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? (3)
Chrysophanol is one of the anthraquinones, found in Cascara sagrada, Rhubarb and Yellow Dock.