Compound Monograph
Schizandronic acid
A triterpenoid acid reported in Schisandra, belonging to the plant's terpenoid constituents.
Classification
Schizandronic acid is one of the triterpenes, 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)
Schizandronic acid is one of the triterpenes, found in Schisandra.