Compound Monograph

Licopyranocoumarins

Pyranocoumarin constituents of licorice (Glycyrrhiza), part of the herb’s coumarin fraction; licopyranocoumarin has been studied for anti-inflammatory and antiviral activity.

Classification

Licopyranocoumarins are coumarins, 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)

Licopyranocoumarins are coumarins, found in Licorice.