Compound Monograph

Lapachenol

A naphthoquinone-related compound reported in pau d'arco, part of its lapachol-type constituents.

Classification

Lapachenol is one of the quinones, 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)

Lapachenol is one of the quinones, found in Pau D'Arco.