Compound Monograph

Oleanene triterpenes

Oleanane-skeleton pentacyclic triterpenes reported in walnut.

Classification

Oleanene triterpenes are triterpenes, 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)

Oleanene triterpenes are triterpenes, found in Walnut.