Compound Monograph

Pteropodine

A pentacyclic oxindole alkaloid found in cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa).

Classification

Pteropodine is one of the oxindole 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? (1)

Pteropodine is one of the oxindole alkaloids, found in Cat's Claw.