Compound Monograph
Monotropein
An iridoid glycoside found in bearberry with reported anti-inflammatory and diuretic activity.
Classification
Monotropein is one of the iridoids, 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)
Monotropein is one of the iridoids, found in Bearberry.