Compound Monograph

Viteagnusin A

One of the viteagnusin series of labdane diterpenes isolated from the fruit of chaste tree (Vitex agnus-castus), the class linked to the plant’s dopaminergic, hormone-modulating activity; little independent data on this individual member.

Classification

Viteagnusin A 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)

Viteagnusin A is one of the diterpenes, found in Chaste Tree.