Compound Monograph
Patuletin
Patuletin is a methoxylated flavonol (6-methoxyquercetin) found in chamomile and marigold-type plants.
Classification
Patuletin is a flavonoid (flavonol), 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)
Patuletin is a naturally occurring flavonoid (flavonol), found in Chamomile, Mexican tarragon and 2 other sources. It is well tolerated orally (low toxicity).
Research & Evidence
Patuletin is a flavonol — a methoxylated derivative of quercetin (6-methoxyquercetin) — found in chamomile, Tagetes species and various other plants, frequently as a glycoside. Like other dietary flavonols it has been examined mainly for antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activity in laboratory studies, and it contributes to the flavonoid profile of the herbs in which it occurs.
Toxicity & Safety
As a minor dietary flavonol from commonly used herbs, patuletin is regarded as low in toxicity at the levels encountered in foods and teas. It has not been individually characterised in detail in humans.