Plant Family

Menispermaceae

Pictured: Abuta

Moonseed family

Tropical climbing vines rich in bitter alkaloids, traditionally used as tonics and febrifuges.

1 Herb // 40 Constituents // 3 Notable Members

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Overview

The Moonseed Family

Tropical climbing vines rich in bitter alkaloids, traditionally used as tonics and febrifuges.

Materia Medica

Herbs in This Family

The monograph in the database whose Menispermaceae membership is recorded on the herb itself — so this list keeps itself current as new herbs land.

Abuta

Cissampelos pareira

AnalgesicAntifertilityAnti-InflammatoryAntilithic +13

Phytochemistry

Characteristic Chemistry

The compounds recorded for this family's single member, grouped by class.

Isolates

Supplements From This Family

Sold as isolated compounds that occur in the herbs above.

Beyond the Database

Also in This Family

Notable members without a monograph yet.

  • Guduchi (Tinospora)
  • Curare vine
  • Coptis relatives

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