Plant Natural Product

Plant natural products—bioactive compounds like alkaloids, terpenes, and phenolics synthesized by plants—serve critical ecological roles (e.g., defense, pollination) while underpinning human innovation. Historically, they have yielded foundational medicines (e.g., morphine, aspirin, taxol), and today remain indispensable for drug discovery, sustainable agriculture (e.g., biopesticides), and biotechnology. Their structural diversity and evolutionary refinement continue to drive the development of novel therapeutics and eco-friendly solutions, highlighting their enduring significance in science and global health. (78 words)


Myrcene

Formula: C10H16 (136.1252)

7-Methyl-3-methylene-1,6-octadiene, also known as beta-Myrcene or myrcene is an acyclic monoterpene. Monoterpenoids are terpenes that contain 10 carbo...

(S)-Limonene

Formula: C10H16 (136.1252)

Limonene is a monoterpene with a clear colourless liquid at room temperature, a naturally occurring chemical which is the major component in oil of or...

Jasmone

Formula: C11H16O (164.1201)

(Z)-3-Methyl-2-(2-pentenyl)-2-cyclopenten-1-one is found in citrus. (Z)-3-Methyl-2-(2-pentenyl)-2-cyclopenten-1-one occurs in peppermint oil, green te...

Hydroquinone

Formula: C6H6O2 (110.0368)

Hydroquinone, also known as benzene-1,4-diol, is an aromatic organic compound which is a type of phenol, having the chemical formula C6H4(OH)2. Its ch...

3,4-Dihydroxy-L-phenylalanine

Formula: C9H11NO4 (197.0688)

L-DOPA, also known as levodopa or 3,4-dihydroxyphenylalanine is an alpha amino acid. These are amino acids in which the amino group is attached to the...

Delphinidin 3-O-(6'-O-malonyl)βD-glucoside

Formula: C24H23O15 (551.1037)

Delphinidin 3-(6''-malonyl-glucoside) is a polyphenol compound found in foods of plant origin (PMID: 20428313)

Citrusinine I

Formula: C16H15NO5 (301.095)

Citrusinine I is found in citrus. Citrusinine I is an alkaloid from the root bark of Citrus sinensis var. brasiliensis (navel orange) and Citrus grand...

Peonidin

Formula: C16H13O6 (301.0712)

Peonidin

Allo-Aromadendrene

Formula: C15H24 (204.1878)

(-)-allo-Aromadendrene

Gibberellin A20

Formula: C19H24O5 (332.1624)

Gibberellin A20

beta-Sinensal

Formula: C15H22O (218.1671)

beta-Sinensal, also known as FEMA 3141, is a member of the class of compounds known as sesquiterpenoids. Sesquiterpenoids are terpenes with three cons...

L-Noradrenaline

Formula: C8H11NO3 (169.0739)

Norepinephrine is the precursor of epinephrine that is secreted by the adrenal medulla and is a widespread central and autonomic neurotransmitter. Nor...

(E)-2-Hexenal

Formula: C6H10O (98.0732)

2-Hexenal (CAS: 505-57-7), also known as 2-hexenaldehyde or 3-propylacrolein, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as medium-chain aldehyde...

Octyl acetate

Formula: C10H20O2 (172.1463)

Octyl acetate is found in alcoholic beverages. Octyl acetate is present in citrus peel oils, wheat bread, cheddar cheese, wines, banana, sour cherry a...

Benfuracarb

Formula: C20H30N2O5S (410.1875)

Benfuracarb is a carbamate ester, a member of 1-benzofurans and an ethyl ester. It has a role as an EC 3.1.1.7 (acetylcholinesterase) inhibitor, a car...

Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether

Formula: C6H14O3 (134.0943)

Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether appears as a colorless, slightly viscous liquid with a mild pleasant odor. Flash point near 190 °F. Used to make soa...

Citrusinine II

Formula: C15H13NO5 (287.0794)

Citrusinine II is found in citrus. Citrusinine II is an alkaloid from the root bark of Citrus sinensis var. brasiliensis (navel orange

gamma-Sitosterol

Formula: C29H50O (414.3861)

Clionasterol is a triterpenoid isolated from the Indian marine red alga Gracilaria edulis, the sponge Veronica aerophoba and the Kenyan Marine Green. ...

2',6'-Dihydroxy-4'-methoxyacetophenone

Formula: C9H10O4 (182.0579)

2',6'-Dihydroxy-4'-methoxyacetophenone is found in european plum. 2',6'-Dihydroxy-4'-methoxyacetophenone is isolated from the bark of Prunus domestica...

Carveol

Formula: C10H16O (152.1201)

Carveol is found in caraway. Carveol is present in oil of grapefruit (Citrus paradisi), mandarin (Citrus reticulata), blackcurrant berries, celery, bl...

Poncirin

Formula: C28H34O14 (594.1948)

Poncirin is found in citrus. Poncirin is isolated from Citrus specie

Didymin

Formula: C28H34O14 (594.1948)

Didymin is found in citrus. Didymin is from leaves of Monarda didyma (bergamot) and Citrus specie

Limonene

Formula: C10H16 (136.1252)

Dipentene is found in carrot. Dipentene is a constituent of many essential oils

(+)-3-Carene

Formula: C10H16 (136.1252)

(+)-3-Carene

(-)-trans-Carveol

Formula: C10H16O (152.1201)

Carveol is a natural terpenoid alcohol that is a constituent of spearmint oil. It has an odor and flavor that resemble those of spearmint and caraway....

Feruloylputrescine

Formula: C14H20N2O3 (264.1474)

Subaphylline is found in avocado. Subaphylline is an alkaloid from Ananas comosus (pineapple).

(-)-α-Terpineol

Formula: C10H18O (154.1358)

The (S)-enantiomer of alpha-terpineol." []

Limocitrol 3-glucoside

Formula: C24H26O14 (538.1322)

Limocitrol 3-glucoside is found in citrus. Limocitrol 3-glucoside is isolated from lemon (Citrus limon).

5-Hydroxy-3',4',7,8-tetramethoxyflavone

Formula: C19H18O7 (358.1052)

5-Hydroxy-3',4',7,8-tetramethoxyflavone is found in herbs and spices. 5-Hydroxy-3',4',7,8-tetramethoxyflavone is a constituent of bergamot oil.

beta-Pinene

Formula: C10H16 (136.1252)

An isomer of pinene with an exocyclic double bond. It is a component of essential oils from many plants." []

alpha-Cubebene

Formula: C15H24 (204.1878)

alpha-Cubebene is found in cloves. alpha-Cubebene is a constituent of oil of cubeb pepper (Piper cubeba).

Gibberellin A44

Formula: C20H26O5 (346.178)

Gibberellin A44 (GA44) belongs to the class of organic compounds known as C19-gibberellin 6-carboxylic acids. These are C19-gibberellins with a carbox...

Junosmarin

Formula: C19H22O6 (346.1416)

Junosmarin is found in citrus. Junosmarin is a constituent of Citrus junos (yuzu).

2-Hexen-1-ol

Formula: C6H12O (100.0888)

2-Hexen-1-ol (CAS: 2305-21-7), also known as 2-hexenyl alcohol, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as fatty alcohols. These are aliphatic...

Narcissin

Formula: C28H32O16 (624.169)

Narcissin

(+)-β-Caryophyllene

Formula: C15H24 (204.1878)

(+)-beta-caryophyllene is a beta-caryophyllene in which the stereocentre adjacent to the exocyclic double bond has R configuration while the remaining...

2-Methylfuran

Formula: C5H6O (82.0419)

2-Methylfuran is a flammable, water-soluble liquid with a chocolate odor, found naturally in Myrtle and Dutch Lavender used as a FEMA GRAS (Generally ...

Isobutanol

Formula: C4H10O (74.0732)

Isobutanol is an aliphatic alcohol. Isobutanol is a colorless, flammable, organic compound with a characteristic smell. Isobutanol is widely used in i...

3-hydroxy-3-(methoxycarbonyl)pentanedioic acid

Formula: C7H10O7 (206.0427)

3-hydroxy-3-(methoxycarbonyl)pentanedioic acid is a carbonyl compound.

(+)-4-Carene

Formula: C10H16 (136.1252)

(+)-4-Carene belongs to the family of Cycloalkenes. These are compounds containing a non-aromatic closed ring of carbon atoms in which at least 2 atom...

Heptanal

Formula: C7H14O (114.1045)

Heptanal, also known as enanthal or N-heptaldehyde, belongs to the class of organic compounds known as medium-chain aldehydes. These are an aldehyde w...

Indole-3-methyl acetate

Formula: C11H11NO2 (189.079)

Indole-3-methyl acetate, also known as methyl indole-3-acetate (methyl-IAA), is a catabolite of tryptophan converted by the gut microbiota. After abso...

Hexamethylquercetagetin

Formula: C21H22O8 (402.1315)

Hexamethylquercetagetin is found in citrus. Hexamethylquercetagetin is isolated from peel of Citrus specie

(+)-cis-Khellactone

Formula: C14H14O5 (262.0841)

9,10-dihydroxy-8,8-dimethyl-2H,8H,9H,10H-pyrano[2,3-h]chromen-2-one is a member of coumarins. Khellactone is a natural product found in Prionosciadiu...

Carvyl acetate

Formula: C12H18O2 (194.1307)

Carvyl acetate is found in caraway. Carvyl acetate is a flavouring ingredient.

Cyanidin 3-(6'-malonylglucoside)

Formula: C24H23O14 (535.1088)

Cyanidin 3-(6''-malonylglucoside) is found in chicory. Cyanidin 3-(6''-malonylglucoside) is isolated from red chicory leaves (Cichorium intybus).

Buntansin A

Formula: C11H8O5 (220.0372)

Buntansin A is found in citrus. Buntansin A is a constituent of Citrus grandis (pummelo)

(3S,5R,6S)-5,6-Epoxy-5,6-dihydro-3-hydroxy-8'-apo-beta,psi-carotenal

Formula: C30H40O3 (448.2977)

(3s,5r,6s)-5,6-epoxy-5,6-dihydro-3-hydroxy-8'-apo-beta,psi-carotenal is a member of the class of compounds known as triterpenoids. Triterpenoids are t...

4-(3-Methyl-2-butenoxy)-iso-nitroso-acetophenone

Formula: C13H15NO3 (233.1052)

4-(3-methyl-2-butenoxy)-iso-nitroso-acetophenone is a member of the class of compounds known as phenol ethers. Phenol ethers are aromatic compounds co...

7-Hydroxy-3,3',4',5,6,8-hexamethoxyflavone

Formula: C21H22O9 (418.1264)

7-Hydroxy-3,3',4',5,6,8-hexamethoxyflavone is found in citrus. 7-Hydroxy-3,3',4',5,6,8-hexamethoxyflavone is a constituent of the peel of tangerine (C...