Compound Monograph

Strictosidine

A monoterpene indole alkaloid glycoside that is the universal biosynthetic precursor to many indole alkaloids.

Classification

Strictosidine is one of the indole alkaloids, part of the alkaloids class. Nitrogen-containing, often bitter and physiologically potent compounds — the group behind many of the strongest plant medicines and poisons.

Where Does It Come From? (1)

Strictosidine is one of the indole alkaloids, found in Cat's Claw.