Compound Monograph
Corilagin
An ellagitannin (a hydrolysable tannin) found in chanca piedra and other Phyllanthus species; researched for antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, hepatoprotective and antimicrobial effects.
Classification
Corilagin is one of the tannins, 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)
Corilagin is one of the tannins, found in Bearberry, Chanca Piedra and Pomegranate.