NCBI Taxonomy: 43069
Centella erecta (ncbi_taxid: 43069)
found 126 associated metabolites at species taxonomy rank level.
Ancestor: Centella
Child Taxonomies: none taxonomy data.
Esculentic acid (Diplazium)
Asiatic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid that is ursane substituted by a carboxy group at position 28 and hydroxy groups at positions 2, 3 and 23 (the 2alpha,3beta stereoisomer). It is isolated from Symplocos lancifolia and Vateria indica and exhibits anti-angiogenic activity. It has a role as an angiogenesis modulating agent and a metabolite. It is a monocarboxylic acid, a triol and a pentacyclic triterpenoid. It derives from a hydride of an ursane. From Centella asiatica and other plants; shows a variety of bioactivities. Asiatic acid is a natural product found in Psidium guajava, Combretum fruticosum, and other organisms with data available. See also: Holy basil leaf (part of); Lagerstroemia speciosa leaf (part of); Centella asiatica flowering top (part of). Esculentic acid (Diplazium) is found in green vegetables. Esculentic acid (Diplazium) is a constituent of the edible fern Diplazium esculentum C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2]. Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2].
Asiaticoside
Constituent of Centella asiatica (Asiatic pennywort). Asiaticoside is found in herbs and spices and green vegetables. Asiaticoside is found in green vegetables. Asiaticoside is a constituent of Centella asiatica (Asiatic pennywort) D000890 - Anti-Infective Agents Same as: D07576 Asiaticoside, a trisaccaride triterpene from Centella asiatica, suppresses TGF-β/Smad signaling through inducing Smad7 and inhibiting TGF-βRI and TGF-βRII in keloid fibroblasts; Asiaticoside shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-ulcer properties. Asiaticoside, a trisaccaride triterpene from Centella asiatica, suppresses TGF-β/Smad signaling through inducing Smad7 and inhibiting TGF-βRI and TGF-βRII in keloid fibroblasts; Asiaticoside shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-ulcer properties.
Astragalin
Kaempferol 3-O-beta-D-glucoside is a kaempferol O-glucoside in which a glucosyl residue is attached at position 3 of kaempferol via a beta-glycosidic linkage. It has a role as a trypanocidal drug and a plant metabolite. It is a kaempferol O-glucoside, a monosaccharide derivative, a trihydroxyflavone and a beta-D-glucoside. It is a conjugate acid of a kaempferol 3-O-beta-D-glucoside(1-). Astragalin is a natural product found in Xylopia aromatica, Ficus virens, and other organisms with data available. See also: Moringa oleifera leaf (has part). Astragalin is found in alcoholic beverages. Astragalin is present in red wine. It is isolated from many plant species.Astragalin is a 3-O-glucoside of kaempferol. Astragalin is a chemical compound. It can be isolated from Phytolacca americana (the American pokeweed). A kaempferol O-glucoside in which a glucosyl residue is attached at position 3 of kaempferol via a beta-glycosidic linkage. Present in red wine. Isolated from many plant subspecies Acquisition and generation of the data is financially supported in part by CREST/JST. CONFIDENCE standard compound; INTERNAL_ID 173 Astragalin (Astragaline) a flavonoid with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, bacteriostatic activity. Astragalin inhibits cancer cells proliferation and migration, induces apoptosis. Astragalin is orally active and provides nerve and heart protection, and resistance against and osteoporosis[1]. Astragalin (Astragaline) a flavonoid with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, bacteriostatic activity. Astragalin inhibits cancer cells proliferation and migration, induces apoptosis. Astragalin is orally active and provides nerve and heart protection, and resistance against and osteoporosis[1].
Trifolin
Kaempferol 3-o-beta-d-galactopyranoside, also known as trifolin or trifolioside, is a member of the class of compounds known as flavonoid-3-o-glycosides. Flavonoid-3-o-glycosides are phenolic compounds containing a flavonoid moiety which is O-glycosidically linked to carbohydrate moiety at the C3-position. Kaempferol 3-o-beta-d-galactopyranoside is slightly soluble (in water) and a very weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). Kaempferol 3-o-beta-d-galactopyranoside can be found in horseradish, which makes kaempferol 3-o-beta-d-galactopyranoside a potential biomarker for the consumption of this food product. Kaempferol 3-O-beta-D-galactoside is a beta-D-galactoside compound with a 4,5,7-trihydroxychromen-3-yl group at the anomeric position. It has a role as a plant metabolite and an antifungal agent. It is a beta-D-galactoside, a monosaccharide derivative, a glycosyloxyflavone and a trihydroxyflavone. It is functionally related to a kaempferol. It is a conjugate acid of a kaempferol 3-O-beta-D-galactoside(1-). Trifolin is a natural product found in Lotus ucrainicus, Saxifraga tricuspidata, and other organisms with data available. Isoastragalin is found in fats and oils. Isoastragalin is isolated from Gossypium hirsutum (cotton) and other plant species. A beta-D-galactoside compound with a 4,5,7-trihydroxychromen-3-yl group at the anomeric position.
Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside
Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside is a member of the class of compounds known as flavonoid-3-o-glycosides. Flavonoid-3-o-glycosides are phenolic compounds containing a flavonoid moiety which is O-glycosidically linked to carbohydrate moiety at the C3-position. Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside is slightly soluble (in water) and a very weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside can be synthesized from beta-D-galactose. Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside can also be synthesized into isorhamnetin. Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside can be found in a number of food items such as caraway, common bean, almond, and green bean, which makes isorhamnetin 3-galactoside a potential biomarker for the consumption of these food products. Isorhamnetin 3-O-beta-D-galactopyranoside is a glycosyloxyflavone that is isorhamnetin substituted at position 3 by a beta-D-galactosyl residue. It has a role as a metabolite. It is a beta-D-galactoside, a monosaccharide derivative, a glycosyloxyflavone, a monomethoxyflavone and a trihydroxyflavone. It is functionally related to an isorhamnetin and a beta-D-galactose. Cacticin is a natural product found in Lysimachia patungensis, Artemisia igniaria, and other organisms with data available. A glycosyloxyflavone that is isorhamnetin substituted at position 3 by a beta-D-galactosyl residue.
Kaempferol 3-glucuronide
Isolated from the leaves of Euphorbia lathyris, Euphorbia cyparissias, Anemone alpina and Phaseolus vulgaris (kidney bean) and many other plants [CCD]. Kaempferol 3-glucuronide is found in many foods, some of which are dill, fennel, strawberry, and green bean. Kaempferol 3-glucuronide is found in chicory. Kaempferol 3-glucuronide is isolated from the leaves of Euphorbia lathyris, Euphorbia cyparissias, Anemone alpina and Phaseolus vulgaris (kidney bean) and many other plants [CCD Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide (Kaempferol-3-glucuronide), one conjugated kaempferol metabolite, has anti-inflammatory effect. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide significantly inhibits various pro-inflammatory mediators like IL-1β, NO, PGE2, and LTB4. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide upregulates the secretion of anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10[1][2]. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide (Kaempferol-3-glucuronide), one conjugated kaempferol metabolite, has anti-inflammatory effect. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide significantly inhibits various pro-inflammatory mediators like IL-1β, NO, PGE2, and LTB4. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide upregulates the secretion of anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10[1][2].
Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide
Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide is a cocoa and tea metabolite in plasma and urine. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid.
6beta-Hydroxyasiatic acid
6beta-Hydroxyasiatic acid is found in green vegetables. 6beta-Hydroxyasiatic acid is a constituent of Centella asiatica (Asiatic pennywort). Constituent of Centella asiatica (Asiatic pennywort). 6beta-Hydroxyasiatic acid is found in herbs and spices, green vegetables, and guava. Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1]. Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1].
Betulalbuside A
Betulalbuside B is found in fruits. Betulalbuside B is a constituent of Chaenomeles japonica (dwarf quince) Constituent of Chaenomeles japonica (dwarf quince). Betulalbuside A is found in fruits.
Madecassoside
Madecassoside is found in green vegetables. Madecassoside is isolated from whole plants of Centella asiatica (Ji Xue Cao). Isolated from whole plants of Centella asiatica (Ji Xue Cao). Madecassoside is found in green vegetables. Madecassoside is a pentacyclic triterpene isolated from Centella asiatica and has anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidant and anti-aging effects. Madecassoside is a pentacyclic triterpene isolated from Centella asiatica and has anti-inflammatory properties. Antioxidant and anti-aging effects.
(3S,7E,9S)-9-Hydroxy-4,7-megastigmadien-3-one 9-glucoside
(3S,7E,9S)-9-Hydroxy-4,7-megastigmadien-3-one 9-glucoside is found in fruits. (3S,7E,9S)-9-Hydroxy-4,7-megastigmadien-3-one 9-glucoside is a constituent of raspberry (Rubus idaeus) and leaves of sage (Salvia officinalis). Isolated from raspberry (Rubus idaeus) and the leaves of Dalmatian sage (Salvia officinalis). 3-Oxo-alpha-ionol 9-glucoside is found in herbs and spices, fruits, and red raspberry.
Corchoionol C 9-glucoside
Corchoionol C 9-glucoside is found in capers. Corchoionol C 9-glucoside is a constituent of Corchorus olitorius (Jews mallow) D020011 - Protective Agents > D000975 - Antioxidants > D002338 - Carotenoids
Isorhamnetin 3-beta-D-glucoside
Isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside, also known as isorhamnetin-3-glu, is a member of the class of compounds known as flavonoid-3-o-glycosides. Flavonoid-3-o-glycosides are phenolic compounds containing a flavonoid moiety which is O-glycosidically linked to carbohydrate moiety at the C3-position. Isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside is slightly soluble (in water) and a very weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). Isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside can be synthesized from beta-D-glucose. Isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside can also be synthesized into isorhamnetin. Isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside can be found in sea-buckthornberry, which makes isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside a potential biomarker for the consumption of this food product. Isorhamnetin 3-beta-d-glucoside may be a unique S.cerevisiae (yeast) metabolite. Isorhamnetin-3-O-glucoside, a natural compound widely contained in many vegetables and rice, could be metabolized in intestinal microbiota after digestion[1]. Isorhamnetin-3-O-glucoside, a natural compound widely contained in many vegetables and rice, could be metabolized in intestinal microbiota after digestion[1].
Querciturone
Acquisition and generation of the data is financially supported in part by CREST/JST. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid.
Miquelianin
Miquelianin is a quercetin O-glycoside that consists of quercetin attached to a beta-D-glucuronopyranosyl moiety at position 3 via a glycosidic linkage. Isolated from Salvia and Phaseolus vulgaris, it exhibits antioxidant and antidepressant activities. It has a role as a metabolite, an antioxidant and an antidepressant. It is a beta-D-glucosiduronic acid and a quercetin O-glycoside. quercetin 3-O-glucuronide is a natural product found in Theobroma grandiflorum, Eucalyptus cypellocarpa, and other organisms with data available. See also: Bilberry (part of); Theobroma grandiflorum seed (part of). A quercetin O-glycoside that consists of quercetin attached to a beta-D-glucuronopyranosyl moiety at position 3 via a glycosidic linkage. Isolated from Salvia and Phaseolus vulgaris, it exhibits antioxidant and antidepressant activities. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid.
Brahmic acid
Madecassic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid that is ursane substituted by a carboxy group at position 28 and hydroxy groups at positions 2, 3, 6 and 23 (the 2alpha,3beta,6beta stereoisomer). It has a role as an antioxidant and a plant metabolite. It is a pentacyclic triterpenoid, a tetrol and a monocarboxylic acid. It derives from a hydride of an ursane. Madecassic acid is a natural product found in Siphoneugena densiflora, Centella erecta, and Centella asiatica with data available. See also: Centella asiatica flowering top (part of) ... View More ... C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1]. Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1].
Centelase
Asiaticoside is a triterpenoid saponin. Madecassol is a natural product found in Akebia trifoliata, Heptapleurum heptaphyllum, and other organisms with data available. See also: Centella asiatica flowering top (part of). C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product D000890 - Anti-Infective Agents Same as: D07576 Asiaticoside, a trisaccaride triterpene from Centella asiatica, suppresses TGF-β/Smad signaling through inducing Smad7 and inhibiting TGF-βRI and TGF-βRII in keloid fibroblasts; Asiaticoside shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-ulcer properties. Asiaticoside, a trisaccaride triterpene from Centella asiatica, suppresses TGF-β/Smad signaling through inducing Smad7 and inhibiting TGF-βRI and TGF-βRII in keloid fibroblasts; Asiaticoside shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-ulcer properties.
Madecassic
Madecassic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid that is ursane substituted by a carboxy group at position 28 and hydroxy groups at positions 2, 3, 6 and 23 (the 2alpha,3beta,6beta stereoisomer). It has a role as an antioxidant and a plant metabolite. It is a pentacyclic triterpenoid, a tetrol and a monocarboxylic acid. It derives from a hydride of an ursane. Madecassic acid is a natural product found in Siphoneugena densiflora, Centella erecta, and Centella asiatica with data available. See also: Centella asiatica flowering top (part of) ... View More ... A pentacyclic triterpenoid that is ursane substituted by a carboxy group at position 28 and hydroxy groups at positions 2, 3, 6 and 23 (the 2alpha,3beta,6beta stereoisomer). C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1]. Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1].
Astragalin
Astragalin (Astragaline) a flavonoid with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, bacteriostatic activity. Astragalin inhibits cancer cells proliferation and migration, induces apoptosis. Astragalin is orally active and provides nerve and heart protection, and resistance against and osteoporosis[1]. Astragalin (Astragaline) a flavonoid with anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, anticancer, bacteriostatic activity. Astragalin inhibits cancer cells proliferation and migration, induces apoptosis. Astragalin is orally active and provides nerve and heart protection, and resistance against and osteoporosis[1].
Asiatic Acid
Esculentic acid (diplazium) is a member of the class of compounds known as triterpenoids. Triterpenoids are terpene molecules containing six isoprene units. Esculentic acid (diplazium) is practically insoluble (in water) and a weakly acidic compound (based on its pKa). Esculentic acid (diplazium) can be found in green vegetables, which makes esculentic acid (diplazium) a potential biomarker for the consumption of this food product. C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product relative retention time with respect to 9-anthracene Carboxylic Acid is 1.377 relative retention time with respect to 9-anthracene Carboxylic Acid is 1.378 Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2]. Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2].
Miquelianin
Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid. Miquelianin (Quercetin 3-O-glucuronide) is a metabolite of quercetin and a type of natural flavonoid.
Isorhamnetin 3-galactoside
Trifolin
Isolated from Gossypium hirsutum (cotton) and other plant subspecies Isoastragalin is found in fats and oils. Isolated from liquorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra). Acetylastragalin is found in herbs and spices. Widespread occurrence in plant world, e.g. Pinus sylvestris (Scotch pine) and fruits of Scolymus hispanicus (Spanish salsify). Kaempferol 3-galactoside is found in many foods, some of which are horseradish, almond, peach, and tea.
Esculentic acid (Diplazium)
10,11-dihydroxy-9-(hydroxymethyl)-1,2,6a,6b,9,12a-hexamethyl-2,3,4,5,6,6a,7,8,8a,10,11,12,13,14b-tetradecahydro-1H-picene-4a-carboxylic acid is a natural product found in Psidium, Punica, and other organisms with data available. Esculentic acid (Diplazium) is found in green vegetables. Esculentic acid (Diplazium) is a constituent of the edible fern Diplazium esculentum Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2]. Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2].
isorhamnetin 3-O-glucoside
Acquisition and generation of the data is financially supported in part by CREST/JST. Isorhamnetin-3-O-glucoside, a natural compound widely contained in many vegetables and rice, could be metabolized in intestinal microbiota after digestion[1]. Isorhamnetin-3-O-glucoside, a natural compound widely contained in many vegetables and rice, could be metabolized in intestinal microbiota after digestion[1].
Asiaticoside
D000890 - Anti-Infective Agents C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product Origin: Plant; SubCategory_DNP: Triterpenoids SubCategory_DNP: Triterpenoids; Origin: Plant Annotation level-1 Asiaticoside, a trisaccaride triterpene from Centella asiatica, suppresses TGF-β/Smad signaling through inducing Smad7 and inhibiting TGF-βRI and TGF-βRII in keloid fibroblasts; Asiaticoside shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-ulcer properties. Asiaticoside, a trisaccaride triterpene from Centella asiatica, suppresses TGF-β/Smad signaling through inducing Smad7 and inhibiting TGF-βRI and TGF-βRII in keloid fibroblasts; Asiaticoside shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and anti-ulcer properties.
Madecassic Acid
Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1]. Madecassic acid is isolated from Centella asiatica (Umbelliferae). Madecassic acid has anti-inflammatory properties caused by iNOS, COX-2, TNF-alpha, IL-1beta, and IL-6 inhibition via the downregulation of NF-κB activation in RAW 264.7 macrophage cells[1].
Kaempferol 3-O-glucuronide
A kaempferol O-glucuronide that is kaempferol with a beta-D-glucosiduronic acid residue attached at the 3-position. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide (Kaempferol-3-glucuronide), one conjugated kaempferol metabolite, has anti-inflammatory effect. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide significantly inhibits various pro-inflammatory mediators like IL-1β, NO, PGE2, and LTB4. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide upregulates the secretion of anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10[1][2]. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide (Kaempferol-3-glucuronide), one conjugated kaempferol metabolite, has anti-inflammatory effect. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide significantly inhibits various pro-inflammatory mediators like IL-1β, NO, PGE2, and LTB4. Kaempferol 3-O-β-D-glucuronide upregulates the secretion of anti-inflammatory cytokine IL-10[1][2].
Esculentic acid (Diplazium)
Asiatic
Asiatic acid is a pentacyclic triterpenoid that is ursane substituted by a carboxy group at position 28 and hydroxy groups at positions 2, 3 and 23 (the 2alpha,3beta stereoisomer). It is isolated from Symplocos lancifolia and Vateria indica and exhibits anti-angiogenic activity. It has a role as an angiogenesis modulating agent and a metabolite. It is a monocarboxylic acid, a triol and a pentacyclic triterpenoid. It derives from a hydride of an ursane. From Centella asiatica and other plants; shows a variety of bioactivities. Asiatic acid is a natural product found in Psidium guajava, Combretum fruticosum, and other organisms with data available. See also: Holy basil leaf (part of); Lagerstroemia speciosa leaf (part of); Centella asiatica flowering top (part of). A pentacyclic triterpenoid that is ursane substituted by a carboxy group at position 28 and hydroxy groups at positions 2, 3 and 23 (the 2alpha,3beta stereoisomer). It is isolated from Symplocos lancifolia and Vateria indica and exhibits anti-angiogenic activity. C1907 - Drug, Natural Product > C28269 - Phytochemical > C1905 - Triterpenoid Compound C274 - Antineoplastic Agent > C1931 - Antineoplastic Plant Product Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2]. Asiatic acid, a pentacyclic triterpene found in Centella asiatica, induces apoptosis in melanoma cells. Asiatic acid has the potential for skin cancer treatment[1]. Asiatic acid also has anti-inflammatory activities[2].