Compound Monograph
Pentacyclic triterpene acids
A class of pentacyclic triterpene carboxylic acids (e.g. boswellic-type) characteristic of frankincense resin.
Classification
Pentacyclic triterpene acids 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)
Pentacyclic triterpene acids are triterpenes, found in Frankincense.