Compound Monograph
Perlolyrin
A beta-carboline alkaloid bearing a furan ring, reported in codonopsis root and other plants and foods. Studied modestly for neuroprotective and antioxidant effects.
Classification
Perlolyrin is one of the indole alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.
Where Does It Come From? (3)
Perlolyrin is one of the indole alkaloids, found in Asian Ginseng, Codonopsis and Goji berry.