Compound Q&A
What is Picroside II (CAS: 39012-20-9)?
Answer
Picroside II is a bioactive compound with the chemical formula C15H14O6. It is a naturally occurring alkaloid derived from the roots of *Picrorhiza kurroa*, a plant traditionally used in Ayurvedic medicine. Picroside II is known for its bitter taste and possesses various pharmacological properties, including anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects.
About
CAS No
39012-20-9
English Name
Picroside II
Molecular Formula
C23H28O13
Molecular Weight
512.5 g/mol
SMILES
COC1=C(C=CC(=C1)C(=O)OC2C3C=COC(C3C4(C2O4)CO)OC5C(C(C(C(O5)CO)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
AKNILCMFRRDTEY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:53
