Alkyl phenols and saponins from the roots of Labisia pumila (Kacip Fatimah)

► Recently, there is a remarkable boom in the sales of Labisia pumila (Kacip Fatimah) in the Malaysian market. ► The chemistry of Labisia pumila was investigated, with 24 compounds (3 previously unknown) isolated and identified. ► In vitro antimicrobial activity of the extract and pure compounds.