Compound Monograph

Salvinorin C

Salvinorin C is a minor neoclerodane diterpene isolated from Salvia divinorum.

Classification

Salvinorin C is a neoclerodane diterpene, 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? (2)

Salvinorin C is a naturally occurring neoclerodane diterpene, found in Diviner's sage and 1 other source.

Diviner's sageSalvia divinorum

Research & Evidence

Salvinorin C is one of the minor salvinorin diterpenes identified in Salvia divinorum. Little is firmly established about its pharmacology beyond its occurrence in the plant alongside the better-characterised salvinorin A.