Compound Monograph

Hydroxycryptolepine

An indoloquinoline alkaloid (hydroxylated cryptolepine) reported in cryptolepis (Cryptolepis sanguinolenta).

Classification

Hydroxycryptolepine is one of the indole alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Hydroxycryptolepine is one of the indole alkaloids, found in Cryptolepis.