Compound Monograph
Leonotin
A labdane diterpenoid from Leonotis (wild dagga and relatives), reported to show cytotoxic activity against leukaemic cell lines. Otherwise little characterised.
Classification
Leonotin is one of the diterpenes, 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)
Leonotin is one of the diterpenes, found in Dagga.