Compound Monograph
Ergosterol
The principal sterol of fungal cell membranes and the provitamin from which vitamin D2 forms on UV exposure; abundant in mushrooms and the target of many antifungal drugs.
Classification
Ergosterol is one of the sterols & steroids, 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? (6)
Ergosterol is one of the sterols & steroids, found in Black Truffle, Cordyceps, Lion's Mane and 3 other sources.