Compound Monograph

Terminoside A

A triterpenoid saponin glycoside reported in Terminalia arjuna, belonging to the saponin class.

Classification

Terminoside A 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? (1)

Terminoside A is one of the saponins, found in Arjuna.