Compound Monograph

Rheedeioside A

A triterpene saponin isolated from the seeds of Entada rheedii (African dream herb), reported to have antiproliferative and antioxidant activity.

Classification

Rheedeioside A is one of the saponins, 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)

Rheedeioside A is one of the saponins, found in African Dream Herb.