Compound Monograph

Osthole

A coumarin found in Angelica and Cnidium species, studied for anti-inflammatory, neuroprotective, and vasorelaxant effects.

Classification

Osthole is one of the 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? (2)

Osthole is one of the coumarins, found in Angelica and Cnidium.