Compound Monograph
Physcion
An orange-yellow anthraquinone pigment found in rhubarb, yellow dock, and other Polygonaceae (and in lichens). It contributes mild laxative action and has shown anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial activity.
Classification
Physcion is one of the anthraquinones, 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? (3)
Physcion is one of the anthraquinones, found in Aloe, Rhubarb and Yellow Dock.