Compound Monograph
Tanshinone I
A red-orange diterpene quinone from the root of Dan Shen (Salvia miltiorrhiza), studied for anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and cardiovascular activity.
Classification
Tanshinone I is one of the diterpenes, 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)
Tanshinone I is one of the diterpenes, found in Dan Shen.