Compound Monograph
Cimiracemosides
A family of cycloartane triterpene glycosides (cimiracemosides A–H) isolated from black cohosh rhizome; used as chemical markers, with little established standalone pharmacology.
Classification
Cimiracemosides are saponins, 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)
Cimiracemosides are saponins, found in Black Cohosh.