Compound Monograph
Germanicol
A pentacyclic triterpene alcohol of lettuce and other Asteraceae, often present as its acetate ester; little specific pharmacological data is established.
Classification
Germanicol is one of the triterpenes, 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? (3)
Germanicol is one of the triterpenes, found in Dandelion, Lettuce and Wild Lettuce.