Compound Monograph

Cirsiliol

A dimethoxy-trihydroxy flavone occurring in dagga and other mints; reported to have sedative, anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activity.

Classification

Cirsiliol 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? (3)

Cirsiliol is one of the flavonoids, found in Dagga, Sage and Thyme.