Compound Monograph

Santamarin

A sesquiterpene lactone reported in feverfew, belonging to the plant's characteristic lactone constituents.

Classification

Santamarin is one of the sesquiterpene lactones, 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)

Santamarin is one of the sesquiterpene lactones, found in Feverfew.