Compound Monograph
Shatavarin I
A steroidal saponin from the roots of shatavari (Asparagus racemosus), one of the shatavarins held to underlie the herb’s tonic and immunomodulatory reputation.
Classification
Shatavarin I 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? (2)
Shatavarin I is one of the saponins, found in Asparagus and Shatavari.
Asparagus Shatavari Asparagus racemosus