Compound Monograph

Rosmaricine

A minor alkaloid of rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) derived from its diterpene carnosol; little independent pharmacological data is established.

Classification

Rosmaricine is one of the diterpenes, 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)

Rosmaricine is one of the diterpenes, found in Rosemary.