Anthracene
glycosides represent a major class of
glycosides. They are abundantly found in various dicot plant families, such as:
Ericaceae, Euphorbiaceae, Leguminoseae, Lythreaceae,
Polygonaceae, Rhamnaceae, Rubiaceae and Verbenaceae to
name a few. Interestingly, some monocots belonging to the family Liliaceae also
exhibits the presence of anthracene glycosides. Besides, they are also present
in certain varieties of fungi and lichens.
A
plethora of glycosides having their aglycone moieties closely related to
anthracene are present in noticeable amounts in a variety of drug substances,
for instance: aloe, cascara, frangula, sagrada and senna.
These drugs are invariably employed as cathartics.
Source: Pharmacognosy And Pharmacobiotechnology By Ashutosh Kar
Source: Pharmacognosy And Pharmacobiotechnology By Ashutosh Kar
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