Compound Monograph

Pomolic acid

A pentacyclic triterpene acid (ursane-type) reported in gotu kola.

Classification

Pomolic acid is one of the 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)

Pomolic acid is one of the triterpenes, found in Gotu Kola.