Compound Monograph

Ginsenoside Rd

A dammarane-type triterpene saponin of ginseng investigated for neuroprotective and anti-inflammatory activity.

Classification

Ginsenoside Rd is one of the saponins, 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? (2)

Ginsenoside Rd is one of the saponins, found in Asian Ginseng and Notoginseng.