Compound Monograph
Gibberellic acid
A diterpenoid plant hormone (gibberellin) regulating growth and germination, reported in stevia.
Classification
Gibberellic acid is one of the diterpenes, 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? (1)
Gibberellic acid is one of the diterpenes, found in Stevia.