Compound Monograph
Desmodiamines
Desmodiamines are alkaloids reported from Desmodium (tick trefoil) species.
Classification
Desmodiamines are 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? (1)
Desmodiamines are naturally occurring alkaloids, found in Tick trefoil.
Tick trefoil
Research & Evidence
Desmodiamines are a group of alkaloids reported from Desmodium (tick trefoil) plants. Little is firmly established about them beyond their plant of origin and broad chemical classification.