Compound Monograph
Coclaurine
A benzylisoquinoline alkaloid precursor on the pathway to the bisbenzylisoquinoline and aporphine alkaloids.
Classification
Coclaurine is one of the isoquinoline alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.
Where Does It Come From? (3)
Coclaurine is one of the isoquinoline alkaloids, found in Annona species, Graviola and Lotus.