Compound Monograph
Ionine glycosides
Sugar-bound forms of ionone, a fragrant apocarotenoid (carotenoid-derived) compound; several have been isolated from rehmannia root. Beyond contributing aroma, their pharmacology is not well established.
Classification
Ionine glycosides are carotenoids, 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? (1)
Ionine glycosides are carotenoids, found in Rehmannia.