Sesquiterpene lactones
In vitroMechanism of Action
Research Notes
Sesquiterpene lactones are characteristic Asteraceae compounds with anti-inflammatory and bitter tonic properties. Limited specific study in Hieracium species.
Sesquiterpene lactones are the characteristic bitter compounds of Centaurea species with documented anti-inflammatory and cytotoxic activity in vitro.
Bitter receptor activation stimulates digestive secretions; anti-inflammatory activity in vitro; contributes to traditional digestive use
Abrotanolide-type sesquiterpene lactones demonstrate anti-inflammatory and antifungal activity. Characteristic of the Artemisia genus.
Found In 4 Herbs
3D Molecular Structure
Sesquiterpene lactones
Representative pattern: C₂₁H₃₀O₂
Related Compounds (Sesquiterpene lactones)
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