Compound Monograph

Ginsenoside Rg1

A major dammarane-type triterpene saponin of ginseng, generally considered stimulating and studied for cognitive and neuroprotective effects.

Classification

Ginsenoside Rg1 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? (3)

Ginsenoside Rg1 is one of the saponins, found in American ginseng, Asian Ginseng and Notoginseng.

American ginseng Asian Ginseng Panax ginseng Notoginseng