Compound Monograph
Paeonol
A phenolic acetophenone from the root bark of peony (Paeonia). Widely studied for anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and antioxidant activity.
Classification
Paeonol is one of the phenolic acids, 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? (4)
Paeonol is one of the phenolic acids, found in Cynanchum, Paeonia lactiflora, Peony and 1 other source.