Compound Monograph
Vincamine
A monoterpene indole alkaloid concentrated in lesser periwinkle (Vinca minor), used as a cerebral vasodilator to improve blood flow and studied for memory and cognitive support.
Classification
Vincamine 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)
Vincamine is one of the indole alkaloids, found in Periwinkle.