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.