Compound Monograph

Heterophyllin B

A cyclic octapeptide from the roots of Pseudostellaria heterophylla (kid ginseng); reported in laboratory studies to have anti-inflammatory, antitumour and memory-supporting activity, and a marker compound for the herb.

Classification

Heterophyllin B is one of the proteins & peptides, part of the amino acids & proteins class. Amino acids, peptides, and proteins — including directly bioactive free amino acids and plant proteins.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Heterophyllin B is one of the proteins & peptides, found in Kid Ginseng.