Compound Monograph

Hydrangenol

A dihydroisocoumarin from the leaves of hydrangea; studied for anti-inflammatory, anti-allergic, antioxidant and anti-photoaging activity.

Classification

Hydrangenol is one of the coumarins, part of the phenolics class. Antioxidant compounds built around one or more phenol rings — the flavonoids, tannins, phenolic acids, coumarins, and pigments behind much of a plant's protective chemistry.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Hydrangenol is one of the coumarins, found in Hydrangea.