Enokipodin

In vitro

Mechanism of Action

Enokipodins A–D are cuparene-type sesquiterpene compounds with antimicrobial activity against both Gram-positive bacteria (Bacillus subtilis, Staphylococcus aureus) and phytopathogenic fungi. The mechanism involves disruption of microbial cell membrane integrity through interaction with ergosterol and other membrane sterols. Enokipodin A also demonstrates mild antioxidant activity through radical scavenging.

Research Notes

Enoki (Medicinal)Mushroom

Ishikawa et al. (2001) isolated and characterized enokipodins A–D from Flammulina velutipes mycelium and demonstrated antimicrobial activity against several test organisms. The cuparene sesquiterpene skeleton is relatively uncommon in basidiomycete fungi. Antioxidant and antimicrobial properties have been confirmed but no clinical studies exist.

Found In 1 Herb

Enoki (Medicinal)

Mushroom

3D Molecular Structure

Sesquiterpene (cuparene-type)

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Enokipodin

Sesquiterpene (cuparene-type)Aromatic plant metabolites with anti-inflammatory properties

Representative pattern: C₁₀H₁₆O

Atoms

Carbon

Oxygen

Hydrogen

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